Puma last week made its first step toward more presence in Rugby, announcing a sponsorship agreement with National Rugby Union team, Manu Samoa.

Commencing October 15, Puma will be the official supplier to all the teams associated with the Samoa Rugby Union.

The new agreement includes all on-field, sideline, training, and representation apparel, as well as a selection of lifestyle offerings.

Manu Samoa will debut their new Puma kit at the Northern Hemisphere tour, which is scheduled to commence in November 2005.