Tokyo 2020 [4×400m relay] bronze medallist – Candice McLeod has signed a sponsorship deal with Sunshine Snacks.
According to the agreement, McLeod whose personal best in the 400 metres stands at 49.91 seconds will receive financial support from Sunshine Snacks as training expenses as well as healthy supply of Sun Mix fruits and nuts as she prepares for the World Championships in Oregon in July 2022.
Having signed the deal McLeod expressed her gratitude to Sunshine Snacks:
“This motivates me a lot as I gear up for my 2022 season,” she said.
“It is an honour to have Sunshine Snacks on board as I have always enjoyed Sun Mix and even took some along with me to Tokyo. For the upcoming season, look out for a ray of sunshine every time I’m on the track!”
Brands Manager for Sunshine Snacks, Shantell Hill-Afonso explained why the company chose Candice McLeod as their partner of choice:
“We’re extremely proud of our athletes’ achievements in Tokyo, and we wanted to pledge our support in a meaningful way,” she said.
“Candice was the perfect choice as we’ve seen videos of her consuming Sun Mix. We are happy to help on her journey as she prepares for Oregon. Apart from our financial pledge, she will also have our delicious Sun Mix snacks in her gym bag,” she added.
By James K. Attaglo Wilson
www.sports24ghana.com
