Fast Bank and Shirak Football Club Renew Partnership to Boost Local Sports
GYUMRI, Shirak Province, Armenia, March 24 – Fast Bank and Shirak Football Club recently signed a partnership agreement, marking the resumption of the bank’s support for the esteemed club. This collaboration is set to invigorate the development of football in Gyumri and the wider Shirak Province, bringing new hope and enthusiasm to players and fans alike.
Armine Ter-Hovsepyan, Development Director of Fast Bank, emphasized the strong connection between Gyumri and sports, particularly the Shirak club. “When we talk about Gyumri, it’s impossible not to mention sports, especially the Shirak club. Shirak club has a very large number of fans, and Fast Bank, with its two branches, does not remain indifferent to it. We are very happy that we have resumed our cooperation with the Shirak club. We are hopeful that this cooperation will bring new victories to the club and great enthusiasm to its fans,” she stated.
A Legacy of Success and a Focus on Local Talent
Shirak is one of the oldest and most titled Armenian clubs, consistently uniting local sports enthusiasts around it. The club is confident that this partnership will serve as a new impetus for both the team’s success and the overall development of football in Gyumri.
Ruben Hakobyan, Executive Director of Shirak FC, highlighted past achievements and the club’s current philosophy. “When Fast Bank was our partner, we won the Armenian Super Cup 2 years ago. At this moment, Shirak club has adopted a policy of paying more attention to local personnel – Gyumri children, pupils – giving our children a chance to go further. We are confident that this cooperation will further contribute to the development of football, and sports in general, in Shirak Province, especially in the city of Gyumri,” he said.
Fast Bank’s Broader Commitment to Armenian Sports
Fast Bank maintains a keen focus on the development issues of various sports in Armenia. This year alone, Fast Bank has already signed partnership agreements with Van Football Club, Pyunik club’s women’s and youth teams, and Yerevan Futsal Club. This demonstrates a consistent commitment to nurturing athletic talent across the nation.
Fast Bank is a company aiming to become a digital bank, operating 24/7 in Yerevan and all regions of Armenia. Fast Bank is supervised by the Central Bank of the Republic of Armenia.
