Sydney FC introduce first Community Powerchair Football Program

Matthew Badrov19/07/2022 5:55 am18/07/2022

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Sydney FC’s Foundation has officially debuted a first-of-its-kind Community Powerchair Football Program.

The initiative saw nine young children and adults with disabilities given the opportunity to experience the world of Powerchair Football for the very first time and were joined by Sydney FC A-Leagues stars Rhyan Grant, Elvis Kamsoba and Charlotte McLean for the two-day clinic at Valentine Sports Park, with Sydney FC’s Powerchair team attending on Day 2.

The Program has been funded by the generosity of the donors and sponsors of The Sydney FC Foundation Dinner and is expected to be carried forward each year.

Haley and Mitch McLean’s daughter, Ruby, took part in their first Powerchair clinic and were thrilled by the experience.

“The Sydney FC Foundation Powerchair Clinic did not disappoint,” Haley said via Sydney FC.

“I’ve got so many thoughts and emotions that are impossible to articulate adequately, she had an absolute ball.

“The whole thing was so well done from the location, the staff, the team, the session, and equipment but most importantly the people.”

Sydney FC Powerchair Head Coach Jason Ryan conducted the sessions which consisted of shooting, dribbling and game-play and was impressed with the players and the initiative.

“I had such a great time delivering this development program,” he said via Sydney FC.

“The excitement that the young people brought to the court was infectious and stayed with us until the very end.

“Watching everyone engage with the football and each other was so rewarding.

“I look forward to more clinics and the opportunity to introduce more people to the sport.”

The Sydney FC Foundation will continue to organise and host multiple Powerchair Football holiday clinics across 2022 and 2023.

Powerchair Football is a modified version of football (soccer) for wheelchair and powerchair users.

The sport is played on a basketball court between two teams of 4, including the goalkeeper.

More information can be found at the Australian Powerchair Football Association – https://www.apfa.org.au/

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Football Victoria has announced All Abilities April is back in 2025

Campbell Leo07/04/2025 6:05 am05/04/2025

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With April having arrived, Football Victoria has announced the launch of All Abilities April for the fourth year running.

Launched in 2022, All Abilities April is a month-long initiative dedicated to highlighting the incredible work being done to support people with disabilities in football.

It also aims to raise awareness of the many ways people and clubs can get involved in all abilities programs across the state.

These football programs are specifically designed for individuals with disabilities or impairments, with modifications made to ensure they meet the diverse needs of participants.

Throughout April, Football Victoria will be sharing inspiring stories from clubs and participants across Victoria, as well as showcasing the elite pathway opportunities available.

These stories will demonstrate the positive impact that football and futsal have on players, emphasising their significance and the difference they make in participants’ lives.

New Participants and Volunteers:
Clubs and programs across Victoria are welcoming new participants to come and try out football.

This is a fantastic opportunity to explore different programs and find one that is the best fit for you or your child.

If you’re new to all abilities football or futsal, Football Victoria encourages you to give it a try! Available programs include:

All Abilities Football (Club programs for all types of disabilities)
All Abilities League (A league for all types of disabilities)
Wheelchair Football (For wheelchair and powerchair users)
Victorian Paralympic Football State Team Program – Elite Pathway Program (For individuals with cerebral palsy, acquired brain injuries, or stroke-related impairments)
Powerchair Football (For powerchair users)
Blind or Vision Impaired Football (For those with blindness or vision impairments)
Athletes with Disability Futsal – Elite Pathway Program (For all disabilities, including Deaf/Hard of Hearing and Vision Impairment)
Deaf Futsal (For players who are Deaf or hard of hearing)

Football Victoria encourages everyone to get involved and discover the benefits of these inclusive programs.

For more information on all-abilities football in Victoria and how you can get involved, you can visit the Football Victoria website.

Sydney FC and Arnotts Collaboration Enhances Team Spirit

Jack Huggett21/03/2025 5:55 am15/03/2025

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Sydney FC have announced an impressive partnership with iconic Australian brand, Arnotts.

The collaboration will see Arnotts’ branding feature in a highly visible location on the back of the Sydney FC Men’s team shorts for the rest of the A-League 2024/25 season.

Sydney FC CEO Mark Aubrey expressed how valuable the partnership was to the Sky Blues.

“We are thrilled to bring Arnott’s on board as an official partner of Sydney FC,” he said via press release.

“This is a brilliant alignment between two recognised brands that specialise in creating moments that matter.”

We also both value the importance of a high performance, high integrity environment as well as standing for equality and diversity.

“I hope this will be the beginning of a long and trusted partnership, and we can’t wait to see where this journey takes us.”

From the collaboration, both Sydney FC and Arnotts will work on a special content series featuring the “Arnotts Moments Matter” campaign.

Arnotts Group CMO Jenni Dill highlighted how excited the organisation was for the partnership.

“This partnership builds on Arnott’s desire to support Australian’s on and off the football field with healthier and delicious lunch and snacking choices,” she said in a press release.

“Whether it’s a Vita-Weat with your favourite lunchtime toppings, or a pack of Snack Right Puffs on the way to game, we look forward to inspiring Sydney FC players and fans with more tasty and convenient ways to enjoy a snack or lunch.”

Further highlighting the importance of the brand deal, Arnotts branding will not only feature on the Sydney FC Men’s kit but will also appear on the LED screens on matchdays, presenting with Arnotts with highly desirable marketing material.

The Arnotts-Sydney FC partnership is yet another major landmark deal for the club in recent months, adding to collaborations with Guaraná Antarctica and WHEN Fertility.