Hengistbury and the Birmingham Panthers are proud to announce an official partnership for the 2026 Netball Super League (NSL) season. This collaboration marks a significant alignment between two organisations steadfastly dedicated to changing the conversation and moving the needle for elite women’s sport through exciting media projects

As Birmingham Panthers begin their second season in the NSL, they are establishing themselves as a dynamic and ambitious force on and off the court. Under this landmark agreement, Hengistbury becomes an Official Partner, appearing on the front of dress, as the team competes across the country.

Beyond the court, the partnership is focused on documenting the evolution of the club and following the squad closely to capture the untold stories and professional journeys of the players during this defining second year for the franchise.

“Hengistbury is proud to join the Panthers family,” said Stephanie High, Founder & CEO, Hengistbury. “This partnership is built on a shared passion for elevating the professional endeavours of women in sport, and a shared commitment to providing elite female athletes with the visibility they deserve. Hengistbury is dedicated to bringing a fresh perspective to the sporting ecosystem; creating media that matches the technical brilliance, competitive intensity, and captivating personalities of women in sport. As a female-forward sport, played by so many at a grassroots level, Netball is an incredibly exciting world to be part of!”

For the Birmingham Panthers, a team rapidly creating an impact in the West Midlands and beyond, the arrival of Hengistbury represents a shared ambition to push boundaries and tell the story of the game in a new way

“We are delighted to welcome Hengistbury to the Panthers family,” said Will Collinson, CEO of Birmingham Panthers. “As we enter our second NSL season, it is vital we align ourselves with partners who truly understand our vision as a club. Having Hengistbury as an Official Partner is a testament to the growing commercial appeal of the Panthers, and the league more broadly. Together, we are focused on elevating the profiles of our players and ensuring their stories reach the widest possible audience, with the highest possible production quality.”

 About Hengistbury

Hengistbury is a media and strategy company dedicated to supporting and elevating the professional endeavours of women in sport.

About Birmingham Panthers

The Birmingham Panthers are a professional netball team competing in the Netball Super League (NSL), dedicated to bringing elite-level netball to the West Midlands and inspiring the next generation of players. They are part of the Knighthead Capital Management family, which includes Birmingham City FC and Birmingham Phoenix.