Snapparoo Olympic Gala Day

25 September 2024

Anyone who's ever navigated Saturday morning traffic knows how important community sport is in Australia. We also know that community sport is at it's best when it is inclusive for people of all abilities. That's why the inaugural 'Snapparoos' Football Gala Day was such an important initiative. It was a 'Football 4 All' event hosted by SNAPP Football in collaboration with Liverpool Olympic FC and Southern Districts Football Association. 'Football 4 All' was established in 2008 to provide opportunities for people with disabilities to play football and to enable a support network for their families and coaches. Currently, there are over 20 programs operating throughout NSW, including one in Liverpool. The Gala Day enabled enthusiastic competitors to show off their skills and love of the game in front of their families and coaches, and included a raffle draw, medal ceremony and player's lunch. To see so many players and families attending is a testament to the fact that sport is a great connector. Congratulations to SNAPP Sports, the event sponsors and volunteers on organising a successful event, and I look forward to building on this successful foundation to improve sporting opportunities for people of all abilities.