Sydney FC strikes a deal with Stanley 1913

Sydney FC has welcomed Stanley 1913 to the Sky Blue family, known around the world for their stylish and innovative food and drinkware, Stanley 1913 comes on board as a Major Partner and the club’s Official Hydration Partner for the 2025–26 A-Leagues season, a collaboration that promises to keep players and fans refreshed both on and off the field.

Stanley 1913 is recognised not only for its high-performance products, but also for its strong connection to culture and its dedication to creating a more sustainable, less wasteful world.

This agreement will see Stanley 1913 play a key role in supporting Sydney FC both on and off the pitch, helping players stay at their best with smart hydration solutions, while also backing community programs across every level of the club.

As part of the collaboration, the players will rely solely on Stanley 1913 products for hydration during games, training, and recovery. Fans and Members will also start to see Stanley’s drinkware featured throughout Sky Park, highlighted by the new Stanley 1913 Hydration Room at the club’s elite training base.

Fans and Members will soon be able to get their hands on a special range of co-branded Sydney FC x Stanley 1913 drinkware, available online and at the Allianz Stadium Superstore on match days, an ideal way for showing your Sky Blue pride while staying refreshed.

Sydney FC CEO, Mark Aubrey, welcomed the deal with open arms.

“We’re delighted to welcome Stanley 1913 to the Sky Blue family. They’re a globally respected brand who share our values of innovation, performance and sustainability,” he said via club statement.

“This partnership goes beyond match days — it’s about providing our players, fans and communities with high-quality products and initiatives that support healthy lifestyles and reflect our shared ambitions for a better world.”

Stanley 1913 will play a meaningful role in Sydney FC’s community efforts, helping create special experiences for children doing it tough and joining as a proud supporter of the annual Sydney FC Cup.

Yu-Nien Chang, General Manager of Stanley 1913 Asia Pacific, praised the partnership as a seamless fit for the hydration product.

“Partnering with Sydney FC is a natural fit for the Stanley 1913 brand,” she said via press release.

“This collaboration not only highlights our products’ durability and quality in demanding environments, but also powerfully reinforces our shared commitment to sustainability as we connect with fans and communities across the country.”

Stanley 1913’s presence will be felt throughout Sydney FC, with their branding featured across all areas of the club, from hydration bottles on the sidelines to pint glasses in the Sky Blue Lounge, adding a signature touch to the match day experience.

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Football NSW calls on clubs to Make It Red for Heart Health Round

Football NSW is calling on clubs and associations across the state to register for the 2026 Make It Red campaign, joining a national awareness movement aimed at reducing heart-related deaths on sporting grounds ahead of Heart Health Round on the weekend of June 5 to 7.

The campaign, developed by the Heartbeat of Football Foundation, asks sporting clubs to wear red, raise funds and build awareness around heart disease and sudden cardiac arrest, which is the leading single cause of disease burden and death in Australia for both men and women, and one that health authorities say is largely preventable through modifiable risk factors.

The call to action comes as the Foundation continues its work to map and register Automated External Defibrillators across NSW sporting facilities, a project that has already engaged twelve football associations and fed data into both the NSW Ambulance GoodSAM registry and NSW Health’s public AED map. The availability of a functioning, registered AED on site is among the most significant determinants of survival following sudden cardiac arrest, with survival rates declining sharply for every minute without defibrillation.

Football NSW is encouraging clubs to engage with the campaign across three areas. Clubs can register for the Make It Red campaign to help fund research, education and prevention programs. Participants, particularly those aged over 35, are encouraged to seek a free heart health screening test from their local GP or enquire about hosting a Heartbeat of Football testing day. Clubs are also urged to ensure their grounds have active, accessible AEDs in place, with guidance available through Football NSW’s Rescue Ready Guide.

The Make It Red campaign runs from June 5 to July 12, with Heart Health Round taking place across the opening weekend. Clubs can register and access participation resources at makeitred.org.

Community Spirit Shines on AFC Grassroots Football Day 2026

This week, Football Australia (FA) celebrated AFC Grassroots Football Day 2026, championing the people and communities who continue to hold up a safe, inclusive and supportive environment in the football landscape.

‘For all, for life’

In collaboration with Football NSW, Canterbury Football Association and community club, Balmain & District Football Club, the day reflected the very best of what football provides.

The event brought in participants of all ages – from 4-74 years-old – and reached a total of 400 people. Girls-only programs, all-abilities sessions and over-age football ensured all were catered for.

Such a diverse range of participants builds on a wider drive during FIFA World Football Week, which seeks to promote the sport not just as the dazzling lights of 100,000-seater stadiums, but as a way to foster community spirit and social development.

Furthermore, FA support through its Club Changer program was a welcome addition to the action, emphasising the organisation’s commitment to nurture a real love for the game across communities in Australia.

“Through Club Changer we support our clubs to provide a safe, fun and enjoyable environment where everyone is welcome; whether that be as a player, volunteer, referee or supporter,” explained National Program Manager Club Development at FA, Grace Lambourne.

“Everyone should feel they belong and are welcome to play, stay, and love the game.”

 

A welcome celebration

While the upcoming FIFA World Cup will no doubt inspire millions of future Socceroos and Matildas, events like the AFC Grassroots Football Day represent something beyond just inspiration.

It is a platform. An opportunity to express a love for football and to connect with others while doing so.

And connections between the professional and grassroots game is more important than ever if Australia is to nurture the next generation of talent.

This is particularly clear in the rise of women’s football across the nation. Since the FIFA Women’s World Cup, female participation rose by 32%, and registrations for the MiniTillies Program skyrocketed from 264 in 2023, to 1223 in 2024.

The professionals spark passion. But communities turn that passion into playing time.

That is why celebrating grassroots football – and the volunteers and families who sustain it – is a vital part of Australia’s football future. Together, FA and the AFC are creating strong foundations built on positivity, engagement, and inclusivity for all with a love for the beautiful game.

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