Central Coast Mariners Appoint Konqa as Official Kit and Apparel Partner for New Era

The Central Coast Mariners have officially announced Australian-owned sporting apparel company Konqa as the club’s new official kit and apparel partner.

The agreement marks the beginning of a new chapter for the A-League club, aligning the franchise with a technical supplier deeply rooted in community-first values and grassroots sports heritage.

Founded in 2015, Konqa has expanded its business model by supplying custom-designed apparel to community sporting organizations across Australia before successfully transitioning its operations into the professional tier.

The Mariners’ organisational identity is built on genuine connection with local football clubs, schools, businesses, and supporters across the Central Coast region.

Konqa’s corporate trajectory mirrors this philosophy, having scaled its business through trusted relationships and structural support for clubs of all operational sizes.

Commenting on the shared alignment between the two, Central Coast Mariners sporting director, Matt Simon, said: “Konqa’s story is one that resonates strongly with the Central Coast Mariners.”

“They are an Australian success story that has built its business by supporting community sport and putting relationships first.

“As we embark on the next chapter, it was important to partner with an organisation that understands who we are and what we stand for,” Simon said.

Emphasising the significance of backing one of Australian football’s most iconic club, Konqa managing director, Jon Vonk, added: “When we started Konqa, our audacious goal was to one day supply an A-League club.”

“To now be partnering with the Central Coast Mariners is something we’re incredibly proud of.

“The Mariners unapologetically embrace their identity with the Central Coast community, standing as a key component of the club’s success… As a 100 per cent Australian-owned company, we’re proud to be supporting one of Australian football’s most iconic clubs,” Vonk shared.

Corporate Trajectory and Partnership Timeline

The partnership represents a landmark milestone for Konqa, fulfilling a long-held commercial objective to supply a top-tier A-League franchise.

Product Rollout and Retail Strategy

Moving into the 2026/27 A-League competitive cycle, Konqa will oversee the production and logistics of all on-field playing kits, training apparel, and off-field technical gear.

Supporters, club members, and players can expect the first official Konqa-designed Central Coast Mariners apparel range to be publicly unveiled ahead of the pre-season campaign.

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