Aussie Stars to Attend Indigenous Tournament
Football Federation Victoria (FFV) is pleased to announce that Hyundai A-League stars Nathan Coe (Melbourne Victory), Mark Milligan (Melbourne Victory captain) and David Williams (Melbourne Heart, Indigenous Football ambassador) will attend the Indigenous Youth Football Tournament at the State Football Centre in Darebin on Wednesday September 25.
The A-League trio will also be joined by Matildas player and Indigenous Football ambassador Kyah Simon and Melbourne Victory Women midfielder Gulcan Koca.
The Mayor of the City of Darebin, Cr. Tim Laurence, will open the tournament at approximately 10:30am.
Now entering its third year, the Indigenous Youth Football Tournament is open to boys & girls aged 7-14 and will adopt a round robin format with the inclusion of a finals series.
Over 30 teams are expected to participate on the day, with the following regional areas participating: Gippsland, East Gippsland (Lakes Entrance), Ballarat, Shepparton, Mildura, Metro West, Metro North, Metro East and Bendigo.
Koca said she was excited to be involved in the tournament.
"I hope that I can be a good role model and inspiration for them. I want to see them enjoy themsleves and be apart of a great day," Koca said.
"I love children and coaching is one of my passions and I love being able to help youth in their hopes and dreams.
"I believe the indigenous youth don't get this opportunity often and with being apart of this day I want to show my support for such a great idea."
Simon said she was looking forward to "giving something back to my people and community" in her role as an Indigenous Football ambassador.
"It (the role) is a part of my career and I've embraced it," Simon said.
"Knowing there are younger generations inspiring to be where I am one day drives me to be a positive role model these kids look up to, just like I looked up to Cathy Freeman when I was a little girl."
Media who wish to attend are advised to email communications@footballfedvic.com.au by COB Friday September 20 to allow FFV to facilitate interviews.
Please click here for an overview of the rules & regulations for the tournament.
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