Stability is a vital ingredient for any sports club. While many collaborations come and go, GasanMamo Insurance has built a lasting partnership with Phoenix Handball Club.This decade-long journey has seen the club climb from the Second Division to the summit of the National League, demonstrating how consistent support can help turn a sporting vision into reality.Building Credibility and StandardsWhen Phoenix was just four years old, partnering with a respected brand like GasanMamo Insurance gave the young club the momentum it needed to scale. For Club Manager Orlando Bonnici, this relationship was a turning point that helped professionalise the organisation’s approach.“Adding a prominent sponsor meant we had the credibility to make the next step,” Bonnici explains. “We aligned our mentality with a successful organisation. They have supported our growth both on and off the court, and today, our brands are inseparable. Everyone knows us as Phoenix GasanMamo Insurance.”This is a deeply integrated culture. Several club members are also employees of the firm, bringing a focused, professional mindset directly from the office to the training ground.The “Phoenix” MentalityHandball is a high-intensity, physical discipline, the second largest team sport in Europe and Phoenix has built its reputation on durability. The club was founded on the principle that every setback is an opportunity to learn.“Like a Phoenix, the club takes its losses, learns from them, and uses them to gain strength,” says Bonnici. This resilience is vital during the high-pressure knockout rounds. To stay sharp, the team follows a rigorous routine of daily training and video analysis, supported by experienced local and international coaches who understand how to handle “do-or-die” matches.A Season of OpportunityThe 2025/2026 season is proving to be a standout chapter for the club. Phoenix has already secured the Louis Borg Cup and earned a spot in the Knockout final. Currently leading the National League by four points, the team is just two wins away from being crowned champions for the sixth time in seven years.Beyond the trophies, the club is invested in expansion. With 250 athletes, Phoenix is focusing on its nursery, particularly the Under-10 categories, with the goal of reaching the high-level semi-professional standards seen in mainland Europe.Skills for LifeFor those looking to join a new sport, handball offers a unique challenge. Like other major team sports, it teaches the value of communication, quick decision-making, and collective responsibility. The agility, hand-eye coordination, and tactical discipline developed on the court are versatile skills that players can carry into their professional and personal lives.A Shared LegacyFor Bonnici, “partner” is the only word that fits. “GasanMamo has fuelled our growth and in return, our young athletes are growing up with the brand, often choosing them for their own insurance needs as they reach adulthood.” It is a simple, successful relationship that continues to push the club further.Tag someone who needs to know•