From the start of the 2026/27 season, Lodders' name will feature on the front of our first team shirt as Principal Partner, alongside increased visibility across the Nick Newbold Stadium. The partnership also builds a closer working relationship between the two organisations, with both set to benefit from shared knowledge and expertise as the relationship develops.

The agreement continues and expands Lodders' existing involvement with the Club, having worked with us in recent seasons as our commercial legal partner, a role Lodders will continue alongside its new position as Principal Partner. Having got to know the Lodders team over that time, we're pleased to see that relationship grow into a wider partnership built on genuine shared values.

Lodders is an award-winning law firm that advises businesses across the UK and internationally. Throughout its 240+ years, it has established its reputation for expert legal advice and clarity, delivered with human understanding and exceptional client service, helping clients to grow their businesses, resolve disputes, complete their deal on land or property, and address changes in personal or family life. 

A sense of community is at the heart of everything Lodders does, something that is evident from the independent events the firm is involved in, and through the Lodders Charitable Foundation (LCF). This combination of professional excellence and community focus closely reflects Coventry Rugby's own values, and has been central to bringing this Principal Partner partnership together.

Matt Cannon, Chief Operating Officer at Coventry Rugby, said:

"We're excited to be extending our partnership with Lodders as they step up to become our Principal Partner. It gives us the chance to really get to know all divisions of their business, not just the people we've worked with day-to-day as our commercial legal partner, but the wider team across the firm. As main partners to our business club, we're also looking forward to Lodders enjoying the events we run throughout the year and being part of the wider Coventry Rugby community, both on matchdays and beyond."

Paul Mourton, Managing Partner at Lodders, said:

"We are delighted to extend our partnership with Coventry Rugby to become its Principal Partner. The team were very impressive last season, narrowly missing out on a place in the Champ Rugby final. The stadium development plans are gathering pace, and, as part of our enhanced support, we will continue to provide legal advice to support the club moving forward.

Coventry Rugby is an exciting place to be right now, with new talent joining the club and an impressive intake into the club's Academy and we look forward to supporting them in what promises to be another successful season ahead."

Lodders will continue in its role as our commercial legal partner, supporting the Club with legal expertise off the pitch, while taking on its new role as Principal Partner, with its branding featuring prominently on matchdays from the start of the 2026/27 season.

Further details of the partnership, including matchday activation and community initiatives, will be shared in due course.