Labor and Liberal finalise NSW Election preparations

NSW Election

With the NSW Election for 2023 on Saturday, March 25 fast approaching, the Labor and Liberal parties have stated their promises for sporting investment if re-elected.

Football clubs, associations and organisations will be carefully assessing a vote that goes towards their own growth opportunities, in the lead up to an election where cost of living and housing affordability are at the top of the agenda.

Sporting clubs will get their slice of the funding pie, with promises made by the heavyweight governments. Soccerscene takes a look at where funding from Labor and Liberal will go to clubs in NSW if re-instated by the votes over the weekend.

Labor:

  1. Kemps Creek United Soccer Club will receive $50,000 for a new drainage system at their home of Bill Anderson Reserve, as per Nathan Hagarty – Labor Candidate for Leppington. This will go towards improving the overall playing surface and improving the ability to deal with significant downpour and wet weather.
  2. Revesby Rovers Football Club will receive $80,000 from Labor Candidate Kylie Wilkinson for the upgrade of the amenity building and changerooms at Amour Park. With only 25% of NSW of amenities being female friendly, this would bridge the gap for equality across the state.
  3. At the start of February, Labor responded to the ‘Playing Catch Up’ Report by increasing the Organisation Support Funding for State Sporting Organisations. This Sport NSW report was designed to address the need for funding and requesting more than the current level on offer, which Labor is committed to building if they win the election.

Liberal:

  1. Helensburgh Thistles Football Club will gain $5 million from the NSW Liberal and Nationals Government to give Rex Jackson Oval a complete makeover with two new multipurpose courts, a synthetic field, upgraded lighting and improved amenities – all to promote greater participation year-round.
  2. Queen Elizabeth Park will enjoy infrastructure improvements that cater for the only all-female club in Football Canterbury, and in the state electorate of Drummoyne, which is Russell Lea Women’s Soccer Club. The funds will create an inclusive and welcoming club to be part of.
  3. Menai Hawks FC will welcome $1.5 million to go towards their home of Buckle Reserve, where NSW Premier, Dominic Perrottet and Liberal Candidate for Holsworthy, Tina Ayyad, were on site to unveil plans for a new hybrid surface with drainage and irrigation – extending the life and quality of grass.

Labor and Liberal have made their intentions clear before NSW residents hit the polling booths, as these sporting commitments show that there is still room for investment in the game.

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Inter Miami CF Welcomes Más+ by Messi as Hydration Partner

Inter Miami CF names Más+ by Messi as its Official Hydration Partner in a new partnership, the alliance ensures hydration for all players, from the Academy to the First Team, while introducing Más+ by Messi to fans at Chase Stadium.

This partnership adds to Lionel Messi’s growing commercial ventures as Inter Miami’s captain and football legend. Founded by Messi, Más+ by Messi provides balanced hydration with electrolytes, vitamins, and minerals, serving both elite athletes and everyday consumers.

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami CF’s leadership underscored the partnership’s significance, emphasising its advantages for both players and fans. Messi shared his enthusiasm for the collaboration.

“It’s a huge honour and joy that Más+ by Messi is becoming a partner of Inter Miami. When working on this drink, we aimed to provide hydration not only for elite athletes but also for amateurs and anyone looking to stay properly hydrated in their daily lives, while also benefiting from electrolytes and vitamins,” he said via press release.

Más+ by Messi’s Executive Vice President, Rishi Daing highlighted the vital role of hydration for everyone.

“Players for Inter Miami understand how important hydration is to achieving their goals. Now everyone can benefit from the same hydration, whether they’re on the field, in the stands, or in everyday life. We’re proud to partner with Inter Miami to share the importance of everyday hydration,” he said via press release.

Más+ by Messi will be seamlessly integrated into Inter Miami’s matchday experience and training facilities:

  • On-Field Presence: Branded coolers and towels will be used during training and matches.
  • Academy Support: The brand will aid youth development, reflecting Messi’s dedication to nurturing young talent.
  • Matchday Access: Fans at Chase Stadium can enjoy all Más+ by Messi flavours, including the city-inspired “Miami Punch.”
  • Retail Expansion: Available at Publix, Inter Miami’s Official Grocery Partner.
  • Stadium Branding: Visible throughout Chase Stadium, including press conferences and fan engagement areas.

This partnership extends beyond standard sponsorship, with Más+ by Messi actively engaging Inter Miami fans through activations and promotions at Chase Stadium. The brand’s presence in the Fan Zone and Northwest Club will further enhance the fan experience.

As Inter Miami CF expands its commercial ventures, this collaboration blends sports performance, business strategy, and the growing impact of Lionel Messi’s personal brand.

Melbourne Victory’s brand-new infrastructure strategy

Melbourne Victory & SEDA

A-League giant Melbourne Victory has revealed a brand-new extensive infrastructure strategy to foster and support tomorrow’s footballing stars.

The strategic infrastructure plan set out by Victory will aim to develop youth and women’s football programs by providing improved access to world class footballing facilities and player pathways across Victoria.

To achieve this, Melbourne Victory has opted for a campus model to enable players access to connected and consistent facilities across the North, East, South and West of Melbourne, all within an hour’s journey of Victory’s club administrative centre and the A-League Men’s training facilities at Gosch’s Paddock.

The club also intends to build another campus within the Melbourne city centre, with the first campus location to be announced by the club soon, as it continues to review and assess possible sites across the city.

Melbourne Victory Chairman, John Dovaston, explained why the club had chosen the campus model.

“The announcement of this project, and the direction taken, is aimed at ensuring we are best placed to attract and retain football talent across the State,” he said in a press release.

“Our innovative approach will allow us to have a number of campuses with not only an elite focus, but also, an eye on building our community to ensure that all Victorians have an opportunity to participate and engage in our game.”

Melbourne Victory Managing Director, Caroline Carnegie, outlined why the new infrastructure strategy was so important to the club.

“It is well understood that sport and football can influence social cohesion, and it’s our responsibility as a Club to establish infrastructure and programs that can positively impact members of the community, regardless of gender, background or location, whether that be through training the next generation of football stars, or using football as a vehicle to lead, unite, connect and inspire the community more broadly,” she said via press release.

“By enabling Victory to connect with communities across the North, South, East, and West of AAMI Park, our spiritual home, we can truly grow the Victory family and set new standards for elite facilities in our Pathway and community programs.”

The infrastructure project is an important move for the club, allowing it to grow, improve and future-proof its current suite of footballing programs. Currently, Victory operates nine elite and 23 pathway programs, providing services to over 16,000 participants across Victoria. Through the campus model, the club hopes it will be able to more efficiently develop the new generation of A-League and national team players.

“The priority is to provide not just an entry point for individuals to engage and participate in football, but to keep them engaged and provide a holistic journey to grow the Victory family across the State,” Carnegie continued.

“We are excited about the opportunities that the project can provide and the potential for growth for our Club and for football in the future.”

Melbourne Victory will continue to issue updates as it sets on the 5-year-plus journey to complete the entire project. For more information on the club’s major infrastructure strategy, access the plan HERE.

 

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