Goannas make a statement at Indigenous Football Festival

Goannas and junior Matildas player Rosie McMahon excelled in the July 1 clash, scoring three of the six goals, but club president Wayne Alberts said it was a great effort across the board.

aged 13 to 19 in Glasshouse Mountains and cover various disciplines, including sports, science, arts, and more. Optus believes that inspiration starts with saying “Yes,” and with 64 matches being broadcast live on Optus Sport, there are 64 moments for young Australians to find their inspiration and apply for a grant.

Cam Luby, Head of Consumer Marketing at Optus, emphasised the company’s commitment to inspiring the next important to the indigenous team, playing the opening match to the Indigenous Australian men and women teams who faced off against the Aotearoa Maori teams. generation of teenagers in Glasshouse Mountains. The Inspiration Grants program aims to alleviate financial barriers and support young people in pursuing

“They loved the feeling of being the curtain raisers, I think they just enjoyed putting on the Goannas jersey, they were really excited about it and we are all a family so it was important to them,” he said. Wayne added that the atmosphere at the International Festival of Indigenous Football was electric, with a total of 5001000 spectators enjoying a full day of representative football.

Ellie Cole and Mack Horton, are lending their support to the initiative, encouraging young Aussies to dream big and apply for the grants. Ellie Cole, Australia’s Greatest Female Paralympian, spoke about how watching female athletes on the world stage ignited her own ambitions. She believes that the FIFA Women’s World Cup will inspire the next generation of world champions and leaders.

Mack Horton, Gold

Medal Olympian, shared his own experiences and highlighted the importance of surrounding oneself with like-minded individuals who share similar goals.

To apply for the grants, young individuals are encouraged to visit www.optus.com.au/grants and answer the question, “What future goal are you inspired to say yes to, and how would this grant help you achieve this goal?” in 100 words or less. Applications will close on August 20, coinciding with the conclusion of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™.

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