Grant opportunities for young sporting champs

After a few years of cancellations and delays due to the pandemic, State and interstate sporting championships are back on the calendar.

Federal Member for Bass Bridget Archer said the opportunity for our region’s youth to participate in championships and tournaments is invaluable.

“Playing against other young players from across the state and the country not only builds essential sporting skills but also provides wonderful opportunities to develop new friendships,” Mrs Archer said.

“The Local Sporting Championships Grant has supported countless young people from across Australia, including northern Tasmania, to participate in a championship.

“The grant provides up to $750 in funds to cover coaches, officials and competitors aged 12-18 to compete in a sporting championship, with the next round opening in early June.”

If you are part of a team selected to play in a state, national or international championships, visit sportaus.gov.au and follow the links under “Grants”.

Taylar Marshall plays for the George Town Football club and is proudly sponsored by Bridget Archer MP

Age: 24

Occupation: Conveyancing Assistant at EL Conveyancing

Years playing football: 5

Position: Midfielder

How did you get into playing Australian Rules? I guess it was really word of mouth and all my friends were playing, so I decided to give it a go.

Who has had biggest influence on your playing career? Dave Marshall and Jodie Clifford. They are such an inspiration.

AFL &AFLW Team? I barrack for Hawthorn in AFL and North Melbourne in AFLW

Favourite AFL & AFLW Player? My Favourite AFL player would be Luke Hodge and my favourite AFLW player is Jasmine Garner

Proudest sporting moment? Would have to be when we ran out on the field to a full park in our first ever game and we came away with the win

Sporting goal you would still like to achieve? Win a GF for George Town What are your game day rituals? I always walk my dog Memphis, generally stop for Maccas breakfast when we play away and walk around the ground before every game.

Favourite food before a game? Nothing really, but if anything something fresh/ light. I prefer to play on an empty stomach

Favourite food after a game? Can’t go past a meat pie and a coke….

Advice to young women looking to a playing career? Just always give it a go, say yes, have an open mind and give every game your best. Always surround yourself with friends as you will always have the best time when playing with your friends.