Sam Kerr Football collaborates with PARK to create pathways

Sam Kerr Football and PARK

A flexible football program providing health and wellbeing sessions that are the foundations of developing young players, Sam Kerr Football, has collaborated with PARK, the official clothing and ball partner for all Sam Kerr Football Schools.

The collaboration involves two heart-led brands linking together to assist on delivering Sam’s mission of making kids fall in love with the game.

PARK will supply custom designed kits crafted from plants and recycled materials not only beneficial for players, but also good for the planet, with the high quality fabrication using seaweed for the moisture absorbing properties instead of a chemical process, making it more desirable for players as well as having a softer footprint.

Both brands are a firm believer that everyone from a walks of life has a right to play and the collaboration extends beyond apparel and balls, a representation of this fundamental belief.

There will be PARK funded scholarships offered every year to allow those players who do not have the means to practice with SKF and lend a hand to develop their skills to see them excel on the field and also in life.

Sam Kerr Football Marketing Manager Jonah Vraca said via press release:

“Our partnership with PARK offers an incredible opportunity to truly change the game, together we will pave the way for kids of all ages, genders and backgrounds to fall in love with football in a safe and fun environment.

“But our impact will be larger than just what we can do at Sam Kerr Football Schools, through PARK’s ‘Pass-a-ball’ project, the impact of Sam Kerr Football will be global.”

PARK Co-founder Sam Davy added via press release:

“We are thrilled to partner with Sam Kerr Football to provide their official kit and footballs, but it’s about so much more than equipment, it’s about two impact-focused businesses joining forces to change the world through the sport we love, football.”

For more information about PARK, click here.

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WA announce TV series for Sam Kerr’s children’s novels

A new TV series based on Sam Kerr’s children’s books ‘Kicking Goals’ is set to begin filming in early 2027 in Western Australia.

The show follows a young Kerr before she became captain of the Matildas and a star at Chelsea FC. Set in her home state of WA, the story sees her navigate her way through growing up and chasing her dreams, alongside her family and friends, and the adventures that entailed.

Speaking to Screenwest, Kerr said, ‘It’s pretty surreal knowing that Kicking Goals is being adapted into a TV series. These stories are all about believing in yourself and having a go, so it feels really special that a whole new generation will get to experience them on screen.’

Co-authored by Fiona Harris, the books have been a success since their initial release in 2021, a period which has coincided with Kerr and her Matildas teammates growing from beloved within Australia’s football community, into a team of genuine national appeal and recognition. They are available nation-wide, sold at major retailers such as Big W and Dymocks.

The television adaptation will beproduced by Orange Entertainment for Paramount+.

‘Kicking Goals’ is set to inject AUD 5million into the WA economy and provide over 130 local jobs.

Creative Industries Minister of WA, Simone McGurk, said via WA GOV, ‘The series will showcase all that Western Australia has to offer – including our world-class talent, crew, and diverse locations – while celebrating the story of one of our sporting greats.’

Casting is currently underway, with a search for a young Kerr and her mates ongoing.

The months after the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australian and New Zealand saw an 11% increase in women and girl’s participation in football compared to the previous year, showing the direct impact the biggest stage can have on grassroots football.

Kerr has managed to build on that success and begin a new chapter, inspiring kids both on and off the field.

Former Socceroos captain set to headline coaching conference

Mark Milligan – former Socceroos captain and Newcastle Jets Premiership-winning manager – is set to be the guest of honour at the 2026 Football NSW Coaching Conference, held at Valentine Sports Park from November 21st–22nd.

The annual conference represents Australia’s largest gathering of football coaches, and is set to include expert insight into coaching, practical sessions and development plans for attendees. Milligan will partake in a Q&A session with MC Stephanie Brantz on November 21, adding significant gravitas to the conference.

Chris Gallo, Football NSW Coach Education Manager spoke highly of Milligan via Football NSW.

‘Opportunities to hear from people who have experienced the game at the highest level are incredibly valuable for our coaches. Mark brings a unique perspective on leadership, performance and the demands of elite football, and we want our coaches to be able to take those insights back into their own environments,’ he said.

Milligan traversed the globe across a near-twenty year professional career that started in the old National Soccer League, concluded in the A-League, and took in time across Europe, the UK and Asia.

He represented the Socceroos with distinction across 80 appearances, selected by four seperate managers in World Cup squads, and was captain of the Olympic team in 2008. His nascent managerial career has already seen two trophies at Newcastle, where he is presently leading them in the Asian Champions League.

But it all began on the local pitches of Bankstown. Milligan is an authentic, home-grown product of Football NSW, and emblamatic of the rewards that can be reaped from investing in the beginning of a player’s journey.

With the conference already selling out, attendees can now expect to learn plemty from one of Australia’s most exciting, up-and-coming coaches.

The opportunity Football NSW are providing showcases their commitment in helping coaches develop, and their continued pledge of giving back to the game at its foundation.

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