As National Volunteer Week gets underway from 18-24 May, Football NSW are championing the people who dedicate their time and efforts to supporting all across the football landscape.
Essential to sports
According to the Federal Government’s Australian Sports Commission, there are roughly 2.9 million Australians per year who give their free time and energy to sports across the country.
They are critical to the continued growth and culture of sports nationwide, especially within the football community.
Which is why, during National Volunteer Week, it is so important to recognise the contributions made by the people who uphold the game we love week-in week-out.
Football NSW CEO, John Tsatsimas, commended volunteers in New South Wales and highlighted the vital role they play in the sport across the state.
“Football in New South Wales simply does not exist without volunteers,” Tstatsimas stated via press release.
“They are the heartbeat of our clubs and competitions, and their contribution is felt in every match played across the state each weekend.”
“We are incredibly grateful for the time, passion and dedication they bring to the game.”
Supporting operations behind-the-scenes
Volunteers, despite their fundamental role in the grassroots game, often go unseen in the chaos and excitement of a matchday.
But, as Football NSW emphasises, their responsibilities and contributions are wide-ranging leading up to fixtures to ensure players and supporters alike experience the best of grassroots football.
“Week in, week out, these dedicated individuals ensure football continues to thrive across the state, coaching junior teams, refereeing matches, managing squads, running canteens, preparing fields, coordinating fixtures and supporting clubs in countless behind-the-scenes roles,” Football NSW said via press release.
So this week serves as an important period to recognise the backbone of local football communities not only in New South Wales, but all states across the nation.
