FOOTBALL
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AFL Gippsland, Latrobe Health Services, and Female Football Gippsland invite the community to the highly anticipated Latrobe Health Services Gippsland Gather Round Female Festival of Footy.
This landmark event will celebrate female participation in Australian Rules Football, showcasing the talent and passion of youth girls and women from across the Gippsland region.
The day-long festival of football will feature a series of exciting matches played across two ovals, providing a platform for players of all ages to shine.
The event promises to be a fantastic day out for families and football enthusiasts.
“This partnership with Latrobe Health Services is a fantastic boost for female football in Gippsland,” AFL Gippsland Region Manager, Tim Cotter said.
“The Latrobe Health Services Gippsland Gather Round Female Festival of Footy promises to be a wonderful celebration of the talent and growing participation of women and girls in our region. We’re thrilled to be working alongside Latrobe Health Services and Female Football Gippsland to deliver what will be a memorable day at the Yinnar Recreation Reserve.”
Latrobe Health Services Chief Executive, Ian Whitehead said the company was proud to support the initiative.
“Partnering with AFL Gippsland to host the Gippsland Gather Round is a natural extension of our values – it’s about supporting equity and accessibility, and promoting healthy lifestyles,” he said.
“We are proud to be part of an event that not only celebrates the strength, skill, and camaraderie of female footballers in Gippsland, but also inspires the next generation to embrace their potential both on and off the field.”
Female Football Gippsland President, Graeme Smith welcomed the partnership.
“We are incredibly excited to welcome Latrobe Health Services as the naming rights sponsor for the Latrobe Health Services Gippsland Gather Round Female Festival of Footy,” he said.
“Their commitment to community health and wellbeing aligns perfectly with our vision of promoting active participation and inclusivity in sport.
“This partnership will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of this event and fostering the growth of female football in our region.”
In addition to the action on field, the event will provide an opportunity to get a free Shane Warne Legacy Health Check, provided by Latrobe Health Services in their role as the Legacy’s founding partner. No booking is required.
Key heart health indicators checked during the screening include blood pressure, heart rate, body composition and diabetes risk, which are used to provide an estimated heart age.
Coronary heart disease remains the dominant cause of death among Australians, with worse outcomes experienced in regional and rural areas.
The Gippsland Gather Round Female Festival of Footy will take place Sunday, May 25 at Yinnar Recreation Reserve from 9am.
