{"id":133502,"date":"2019-03-23T12:56:48","date_gmt":"2019-03-23T10:56:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/the-sharks-are-thirsti-fans-featured-durban-blog\/"},"modified":"2019-03-23T12:56:48","modified_gmt":"2019-03-23T10:56:48","slug":"the-sharks-are-thirsti-fans-featured-durban-blog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/the-sharks-are-thirsti-fans-featured-durban-blog\/","title":{"rendered":"THE SHARKS ARE THIRSTI FANS \u2013 Featured Durban Blog"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/sharksrugby.co.za\/thirsti\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">THE SHARKS ARE THIRSTI FANS<\/a>: <\/p>\n<p class=\"s5\"><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Coinciding with #<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">WorldWaterDay<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> on the 22<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s8\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">nd<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> March 2019, <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">t<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">he Sharks <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">announced <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">that they <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">are true <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">THIRSTI fans as they ratified<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">THIRSTI Water<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">as<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> the<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">ir<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> official <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">2019 <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">H<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">ydration <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">P<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">artner<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s10\"><span class=\"s6\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Sharks COO, Eduard Coetzee<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">, said of<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> their new partner<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">, <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">\u201cWe really like this young, disruptive <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">KZN brand who<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">, against all odds, entered an already saturated hydration market in 201<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">6<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">,<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> or so we thought,<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">and immediately took market share from global market leaders<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> This <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">was<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> a <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">\u2018listen to your gut risk, believe in yourself, and never say die attitude. These are core strengths that embody both brands.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">\u201d<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s5\"><span class=\"s11\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Rob <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s11\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Hoatson<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s11\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">, Founder and Director of <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s11\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">the KwaZulu-Natal based, <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s6\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">THIRSTI<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s6\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> Water<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s11\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">, <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s12\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">has <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">made <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">staggering inroads<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">across <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">South Africa <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">in <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">three<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> short years<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">. His brand has attracted a young, vibrant market who intrinsically bond with authentic brands as both naturally<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">celebrate<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> and partaker with those<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> who fearlessly pursue their passions and dreams.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s5\"><span class=\"s6\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Says <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s6\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Hoatson<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s6\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">,<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">\u201cThe Sharks pursue excellence in all that they do. We could not have chosen a more authentic brand for THIRSTI, and a more valuable partner for the release of our Isotonic range.\u201d #<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">SharksHydrationPartner<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s5\"><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">The Sharks are an embodiment of these values; their globally<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">\u2013<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">recognised brand extends beyond the world of rugby<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">, promoting <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">this<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> intrinsic lifestyle value as well as fashion, entertainment and sporting aspiration<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s5\"><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">With two dynamic brands committed to empowering people to be the best version of themselves, and embodying the values of community, hard work, pride and peak performance, this will undoubtedly be a powerful partnership. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s5\"><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">\u201cBoth brands share <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">core<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> values and a pioneering spirit with community being at the forefront of our endeavours.<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Partnering with like-minded brands, such as <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">THIRSTI<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">, allow us to push the boundaries even further<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">,<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> and we are confident that this partnership, based on excellence and innovation, will grow and deliver rewards for both parties<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">,<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s9\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">\u201d<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">says Coetzee.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s5\"><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">In honour of their shared values, <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">t<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">he Sharks and THIRSTI have made a joint commitment to supporting safe water for marginalised communities. Together, they have identified the <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Hambanathi<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Evangelical<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Community Charity as the beneficiary of their first \u201csafe water\u201d project.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> The <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Hambanathi<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> Evangelical Trust is based in <\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\">Hluhluwe<\/span><\/span><span class=\"s7\"><span class=\"bumpedFont15\"> and works with orphaned and vulnerable children.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"s10\">\n<p>The post <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/sharksrugby.co.za\/thirsti\/\">THE SHARKS ARE THIRSTI FANS<\/a> appeared first on <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/sharksrugby.co.za\">Sharks Rugby<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Fill in the form below to have your blog featured on MyDurban \u2013 we will post a snippet and title link to your new blog posts.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Submit and get free press releases here:<\/strong> <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/mypr.co.za\/submit\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">MyPR Free Press Release<\/a> | <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/mydurban.co.za\/meet-some-of-our-durban-bloggers\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Meet the Durban Bloggers<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>THE SHARKS ARE THIRSTI FANS: Coinciding with #WorldWaterDay on the 22nd March 2019, the Sharks announced that they are true THIRSTI fans as they ratified THIRSTI Water as their official 2019 Hydration Partner. 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