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Pat Freeman
Divisional Managing Director
Hello and welcome to Kingspan Stadium, the impressive home of Ulster Rugby,
for the opening game of the 2015/16 Guinness PRO12 season.
Tonight’s game against the Ospreys, one of the most successful teams in the
history of the league, is as fitting an opening fixture as any, with two teams
hoping to find firm footing to start their title-contending campaigns.
The start of the season is an exciting time for everyone, as players, staff and
management are keen to show the product of a long and hard-working
pre-season in the world-class facilities that we now call home.
As long-term supporters of Ulster Rugby, we share the optimism and
enthusiasm of all players, staff and supporters for the season ahead. In the
business world, no one day defines your organisation, and at Kingspan we
understand that the road to success is hard fought, but with the right team,
supporters and infrastructure anything is possible.
On behalf of Kingspan, I would like to wish the squad and management of
Ulster Rugby every success tonight, and for the Guinness PRO12 season ahead.
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