A major drinks distributor is to maintain its sponsorship deal with Chesterfield FC's renowned boys Centre of Excellence by taking up the option of a second year.

JMA Wholesale, which is based in Clowne, has renewed its lucrative sponsorship for an undisclosed sum after a successful first year supporting the Spireites youngsters. 

It means that all age groups in the Centre of Excellence, from ages 8 to 16, will continue to sport the 'JMA' logo on the rear of their tracksuits.

Spireites director Chris Breeze said "Seeking any kind of sponsorship in the current climate is extremely difficult but to secure one of this size, and with an organisation such as JMA Wholesale, just shows the progress that the club has made in presenting itself as a credible marketing opportunity for those in the business community."

JMA managing director, Mark Anglesea, who is delighted to be able to take up the option of the sponsorship for a second year said: "We want to continue to promote our organisation through football and Chesterfield's exciting plans for the future, including the move to a new stadium, shows the type of ambition that sits well with our objectives."