Winslow is proud to be a major sponsor of the inaugural Pathways Cup to be played the Geelong Soccer Club and Avondale Football Club on February 1, 2025.
The Pathways Cup is the beginning of a collaboration between the Lions and Avengers, two likeminded soccer clubs, and supported by the Wadawurrung People, to raise funds to provide inclusive opportunities in the soccer space for local Indigenous people.
Funds raised will be used to start a new Indigenous soccer program at Avondale, and for youth soccer programs in the Geelong community inclusive of Indigenous Australians through The Geelong Foundation.
“Geelong has a proud history of inclusion and providing opportunities for our community to be involved in our family friendly club,” said Geelong president Robert Kukanovski.
“We are proud to host the first Pathways Cup to help raise funds and encourage local Indigenous youth to get involved in this great game.”
“Our club is proud to work with Avondale Football Cub to break down the barriers to playing soccer.”
Avondale co-president Steve Strano said the Avengers are keen to make the Pathways Cup an annual game that both clubs and supporters look forward to each year.
“We are excited by the opportunity to establish an ongoing Indigenous soccer program at Avondale,” Steve said.
“To be able to play an annual game against a quality club like Geelong that not only draws passionate supporters, but also raises funds for the community, is something we are thrilled to be a part of.”
The day will commence with games between the respective clubs’ junior teams, and a coaching clinic prior to kick-off for the Pathways Cup.
The inaugural Pathways Cup clash at Geelong’s home ground - Winslow Park - will include a President’s Fundraising Function with guest speakers, a raffle and auction.
Or be part of The Indigenous Cup fundraising for ‘Kick Off’ Geelong Foundation by donating here: https://kickoffgeelong.com.au