'); }); AU / NZ America Europe/UK Membership Login News Events Women in Sport Summit 2026 Women in Sport Performance Form 2026 Playa Power Program Women in Sport Futures Day 2026 Networking View All Education Playa Power Data GlS QUT View All Membership News Australia / New Zealand Events Conferences Awards Networking View All Education Playa Power Data GlS QUT View All Membership Topics Brands Media & Broadcast Olympic Sponsorship Sports Tech Women’s Sport Show More Topics >> Sports Australian Rules Basketball Cricket Netball Rugby League Soccer (Football) Show More Sports >> Login Membership Home > Sponsorship > BMD Joins Forces with Melbourne Storm Female Pathways in Two-Year Deal Sponsorship 2 min read BMD Joins Forces with Melbourne Storm Female Pathways in Two-Year Deal Written by MOS Editorial Team Published on 29 April 2026 The Melbourne Storm has announced a two-year partnership with BMD, appointing the engineering and construction giant as an Official Partner of the club’s Female Pathways and Women of Storm programs. The partnership arrives as the Storm debuts squads in the Lisa Fiaola (U17) and Tarsha Gale (U19) competitions. These teams represent the foundation of the club’s long-term strategic vision: securing a standing NRLW licence and establishing a permanent elite presence in Victoria. Melbourne Storm female pathways manager, Pauline Poloai, described the deal as a “game-changer” for the program. “This partnership will allow us to invest more deeply in our pathways and ensure that girls coming through our system have the resources and support available to them,” Poloai said. Emphasising that meaningful change requires long-term investment rather than opportunistic involvement, BMD CEO, Scott Power, added: “Women remain underrepresented in both elite sport and in industries like construction.” “Ultimately, it’s about standing alongside the next generation as they step into environments where they can thrive,” Power noted. Welcoming the continued relationship with BMD, which began with the Women of Storm initiative in 2024, Storm CEO, Justin Rodski, noted: “Their investment… will help create meaningful opportunities for young athletes and support our long-term ambition of establishing a successful NRLW future.” BMD, a family-owned Australian business since 1979, has a history of delivering major infrastructure projects. The collaboration is designed to address the underrepresentation of women in both elite sport and male-dominated industries like construction. Key components of the partnership include: Don’t miss out on the latest in sports business – Subscribe today to the free Ministry of Sport newsletter and stay ahead of the game. For even more exclusive insights, event tickets, professional development and networking events, become a MoS Member today! . The National Basketball League (NBL) has announced various partnerships for the Hungry Jack’s... Global food and beverage giant Nestlé has announced a partnership with the National... Global sports fashion retailer JD Sports has announced a agreement with New Zealand... Join the most engaged community in the Sports Business World. Get all the latest news, insights, data, education and event updates. Your MVP in the Business of Sport. We play the game to add value to the Sports Business industry by delivering News, Insights, Education and Events. Join the most engaged community in the sports business world. Want to be part of the team? Subscribe for free to join today! Copyright © 2026 | Ministry of Sport | All Rights Reserved.
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