Native Space was proud to support the Pathways Cup, a soccer match between Geelong Soccer Club and Avondale Football Club held at Winslow Park on February 1.
The Pathways Cup is 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.
A total of $93,505.00 was fundraised, which will be used to buy a bus to provide opportunities for Indigenous children to access and be involved in soccer.
Native Space purchased a framed special edition Pathways Cup jersey for $10,000 at the pre-game auction.
Funds will also start a new Indigenous soccer program at Avondale FC, and for youth soccer programs in the Geelong community inclusive of Indigenous Australians through The Geelong Foundation.
This opportunity will make a tangible difference to many young people through the development of soccer clinics and supporting registration fees and uniform purchases.
The day included junior games with the senior teams facing off with Geelong winning 3-2 in an exciting match.
