Founded in 1877, Melrose Rugby is home to the world-famous Sevens tournament and remains a cornerstone of Scottish sport.

Its historic Greenyards ground sits at the heart of the picturesque Borders town of Melrose and the club has played a central role in shaping rugby’s past, present, and future.

For TRICAPITAL Angels, the partnership is a natural fit. The angel syndicate was formed in 2004 as Tweed Renaissance Investors Capital, with its early investments focused in the Borders.

Since then, TRICAPITAL has expanded significantly, with more than 100 members now investing in high-growth businesses across Scotland and beyond.

Over the past year alone, TRICAPITAL members have committed more than £3.5 million of their own funds across 18 deals, leveraging almost £30m of investment into Scotland’s economy.

This has helped secure over 500 jobs in sectors ranging from artificial intelligence and biotech to renewable energy.

Moray Martin, chief executive officer at TRICAPITAL Angels, said: “As we enter our 21st year, it feels particularly special to mark the milestone by supporting Melrose Rugby.

“Our roots are firmly in the Scottish Borders, and while we’ve grown into one of the country’s most active syndicates, we remain deeply connected to this community.

“By backing innovative Scottish companies, we are helping to create jobs and drive growth – and by backing Melrose Rugby, we are proud to support a club that has played such a significant role in Scotland’s sporting heritage. Both represent the ambition, energy, and resilience that the Borders is known for.”

Melrose Rugby’s general manager, Doug Crawford, said: “We’re delighted to again welcome TRICAPITAL Angels as our sleeve sponsor and to strengthen the ties between the club and one of the Borders’ most successful business groups.

“Melrose Rugby has always been about more than the game itself – it’s about community, opportunity, and excellence. Those are values that we share with TRICAPITAL, and we look forward to building a strong relationship together.”

As TRICAPITAL looks ahead to its third decade, the syndicate remains focused on investing in renewable energy, digital technology, and healthcare innovation, while continuing to recruit new members and mentor Scotland’s most promising young businesses.

Its sponsorship of Melrose Rugby is both a nod to the past and a statement of intent for the future – supporting Scottish talent on and off the field.