More than 250 members of special needs organisations from south west Sydney and across NSW took part in the seventh annual Nova Employment Football4all Gala Day last Sunday.
Former Socceroos stars Mark Bosnich and Nick Carle attended what was a very successful day and there were guest appearances by members of the NSW Police Force and Fire Brigade.
“Football NSW is committed to supporting opportunity for people with disabilities to participate in football as players, coaches, referees or administrators and we are committed to developing an environment where accessibility and diversity are valued and nurtured,’’ said Football NSW CEO Eddie Moore.
“Nova Employment Football4all has now been running for seven years and is going from strength to strength.
“I want to congratulate everyone who participated in the event and of course thank all the volunteers and staff who made this event possible.
“Nova Employment Football4all is a fantastic initiative which Football NSW will continue to grow and develop for years to come.”
Macarthur Magic joined other clubs such as Nepean Soccer Dragons and St Michaels Knights Soccer Club in taking part at this great event.
Powerchair Football also made its appearance for the third successive year, providing an incredible spectacle for those present.
Powerchair Football is one of the fastest growing sports for powered wheelchair users around the globe.
There were more than 30 participants from clubs such as the Central Coast Mariners, Newcastle Jets, Western Sydney Wanderers and Sydney FC.
Football NSW was greatly assisted by major partner NOVA Employment for the Gala Day celebrations.
NOVA Employment joined in on the Football4All festivities by assisting with recruiting volunteers on the day, whose contributions helped make the event special.
Martin Wren, CEO of Nova Employment was delighted to have thrown his support behind this magnificent event.
“Nova Employment have been involved with Football4all for four years now and we get such a thrill from the gala day,’’ Mr Wren said.
“Seeing the enthusiasm and the smiling faces from not only the participants but the coaches, parents, carers and volunteers really hits home for us.
“It’s a day that brings together the community and allows everyone to share a common passion.”
Football NSW said it thanks all the clubs, associations and staff who were involved in making the day such a success and would like to especially congratulate all the participants, coaches and family members for their inspirational support for NOVA Employment Football4all at Valentine Sports Park.
