Northern NSW Football has launched the 2023 Play On operational plan to build on recent Socceroos and Matildas successes to grow the game locally.
Northern NSW Football CEO David Eland was upbeat about the renewed interest in football.
“The Socceroos’ performance in Qatar has shown the huge level of support within and outside our football community,” Eland said.
“This with a home World Cup in 2023 presents a once in a generation opportunity to grow and develop football in northern NSW.
“The roadmap to do this is our Play On strategic plan. It shows practical examples of how we will leverage the World Cup effect to increase participation, build leadership capacity, develop talented players and leave a legacy from the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.”
Together we can propel football to the top of the table
Football has arrived on the edge of something bigger in 2022 and now is the time to pull together as a cohesive football family.
NNSWF Head of Football Peter Haynes agreed, saying the future was bright for all levels of the game with the horrors of pandemic and extreme weather seasons in the past.
“We are standing up as leaders and facilitating quality participation experiences for all participants through the provision of programs and services for clubs, coaches, match officials and volunteers,” Haynes said.
“Importantly we are also providing talented kids with the opportunity to fulfil their potential and aspirations through better coaching and access to quality training environments and competitions.”
Women and girls are unstoppable
Northern NSW Football works hard to celebrate diversity in football and the Play On plan continues to actively implement programs that attract more women and girls.
“There has never been a better time to play football as a female. The Women’s World Cup is shining a light on our sport and we are converting interest into opportunities to get involved,” NNSW Football Legacy Plan Manager Annelise Rosnell said.
“This year we successfully lobbied the NSW government for a $10 million funding boost as part of the NSW Football Legacy Program.
“This funding provides direct support for the construction of new community facilities, participation initiatives, high performance opportunities, leadership and development programs as well as local tourism and international engagement.”
What winning looks like
More on Northern NSW Football’s Strategic Plan
