GOLD Coast Suns star recruit Jarrod Harbrow and rising talent Rex Liddy believe sport can be a powerful tool in bettering the lives of indigenous children in the Far North's remote communities. Harbrow and Liddy were in Bamaga for two days last week to launch the No Boundaries Partnership Program in conjunction with AFL Cape York, NPA College and the Northern Peninsula Area Council.
As well as visiting schools in Bamaga and Injinoo, the pair ran a football clinic with AFL Cape York at New Mapoon Oval and interacted with children in the community. The No Boundaries Program aspires to help indigenous youth achieve their full potential by encouraging school attendance and healthy lifestyles. The cause is especially close to the heart of Harbrow, who is the program's ambassador. The 22-year-old grew up in Cairns and has a strong interest in mentoring indigenous youth from the Far North. Harbrow, who played 70 games for the Western Bulldogs before returning to Queensland, said the program influenced his decision to join the Suns.
"I've always had a keen interest in giving something back to the community and I can definitely do that with No Boundaries," he said. "It's something I'm passionate about and I want it to go a long way."
Read more at http://www.cairns.com.au/article/2011/03/22/155411_local-sport-news.html
Courtesy of The Cairns Post.
Last Modified on 11/05/2011 11:58