To mark Women’s History Month, we’re shining a spotlight on the people who have driven women’s sport in our community. Among these individuals is Bernie Girolami who has most certainly left his mark on women’s football at the grassroots level. His journey into supporting women’s sports began with a personal connection — his three daughters’Continue reading “Women’s History Month: Bernie Girolami’s journey to empower girls and women in football”
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Women’s History Month: Troy Bickerton’s inspiring journey in championing women’s football
In honour of Women’s History Month, we’re shining a spotlight on individuals who have been instrumental in championing women’s sports at St Mary’s. Today, we’re highlighting the current Senior Women’s Premiership winning coach Troy Bickerton! Troy’s passion for supporting girls and women’s sport began when his daughter Madi’s basketball team needed a coach. Not wantingContinue reading “Women’s History Month: Troy Bickerton’s inspiring journey in championing women’s football”
International Women’s Day 2024
Happy International Women’s Day! This year’s theme is #InspireInclusion. It underscores the crucial role of inclusion in achieving gender equality. The theme resonates deeply within our club, as it is a well known fact that women are undervalued in the sporting arena. As a Club, we are united in the belief that true progress requiresContinue reading “International Women’s Day 2024”
International Volunteer Day
Today is International Volunteer Day, a chance to celebrate the volunteers in our community and the contributions they make to our Club. The theme this year is #IfEveryoneDid. If everyone volunteered, the world would be a better place; our St Mary’s community would be a better place. #IfEveryoneDid… imagine the possibilities! From improved facilities andContinue reading “International Volunteer Day”
Senior Co-Captain Nick Gedge raises funds for men’s mental health
This year Senior Co-Captain Nick Gedge is again taking part in Movember to raise money for men’s health. Movember has funded more than 1,250 men’s health projects. And with our support, it will continue to break new ground across mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer. That’s why Nick will be growingContinue reading “Senior Co-Captain Nick Gedge raises funds for men’s mental health”
Driving toward success: St Mary’s receive $4,300 in funding
We’re excited to share that for the third consecutive year we’ve secured funding from TAC Victoria and AFL Victoria Club Rewards Program. This year we have received $4,300 to put toward improving our Club. Whether we’re players, supporters, or simply individuals traveling around Victoria, the safety of our roads affects us all. Thanks to everyoneContinue reading “Driving toward success: St Mary’s receive $4,300 in funding”
Supporting R U OK Day 2023
Today St Mary’s is supporting R U OK? Day to remind everyone to stay connected and make asking, ‘R U OK?’ a part of our everyday. The mental demands of sport can be just as taxing as the physical demands. Success in sport is often defined by winning and the pressure to succeed can beContinue reading “Supporting R U OK Day 2023”
Preparing for R U OK? Day 2023
On Thursday 14th September we’re supporting R U OK? Day to remind everyone to stay connected and make asking, ‘R U OK?’ a part of our everyday. This year, R U OK? is calling on all of us to let the people you care about know you’re here, to really hear them. Asking R U OK?Continue reading “Preparing for R U OK? Day 2023”
Women’s Health Week 2023
Welcome to Women’s Health Week, a time dedicated to empowering women to take control of their wellbeing. At our club, we emphasise the holistic wellbeing of our female and diverse members. Join us in celebrating this year’s Women’s Health Week with a heartfelt commitment to caring for the women who make our sporting club exceptional.Continue reading “Women’s Health Week 2023”
NFNL Lifeline Northern Melbourne Round
Tonight we kick off the inaugural NFNL and Lifeline Northern Melbourne Round. The purpose is to raise funds and awareness of Lifeline Northern Melbourne and the phenomenal work they do in the community supporting people in need. Lifeline Northern Melbourne is a non-profit organisation that provides free, 24-hour telephone crisis supportContinue reading “NFNL Lifeline Northern Melbourne Round”
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