FUN, competition and smiles all round was to be seen and heard at the Mooroopna Access All Abilities Football Netball Carnival on Wednesday, September 7 at the Mooroopna Racecourse Recreation Reserve.
With spirits high and good sportsmanship in the air, the event made its long-anticipated return after a two-year interlude as a result of Covid.
Proudly presented by Valley Sport, teams travelled from as far as the Wimmera and Wangaratta to join clubs and teams from Echuca, Dookie and Shepparton on the footy field and across the courts in the open age competition.
Valley Sport, event organiser Lucy Marino said of the day, “There was so much excitement, and everyone was so keen to be back after missing out for two years due to Covid. It was a fantastic opportunity to get back out into sports, providing a chance for teams to play and for individuals to meet new people.”
With many participants already looking forward to the next carnival, the event closed with a presentation ceremony where coaches were invited to award medallions to their player of the day. Medallists were those who ‘gave-it-their-all’, while having fun and exhibiting good sportsmanship.
