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pjennings

Well-Known Member
A long road to Wembley: The Aussie whose FA Vase bow has been 17,000 miles in the making

If you ask a Herefordian to do an Australian accent, they will likely perform the time-honoured line about shrimps and barbies in the laconic drawl of a Crocodile Dundee, or a Steve Irwin.

Some are better than others, but the truth remains – we don’t get many Aussies around here.

But when you speak to Jimmy Oates – a name that seems to fit perfectly with that rolling, imagined dialect of crocodile wrestlers and Fosters adverts – he talks with a clipped, big-city intensity, one of a Sydneysider.

A Sydneysider who now finds himself halfway across the globe, and five days away from running out at that greatest of English cathedrals, Wembley Stadium.

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“My old man is English but has lived in Oz for most of his life. When hear about the the possibility of me running out at Wembley, he was blown away.

"He said there was no way he would miss me playing there - so he's kept to his word and flown over.”

With perhaps the exception of squads from south west London, and the hordes of readily-available antipodean barstaff at their disposal, the number of Australians playing in English football’s ninth tier could be counted on two hands.

The number of those players who were once signed to an A-League-winning squad is smaller still.

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The Hartpury Five
In spite of the city’s growing but limited diversity – there was a time when players from Wales would be viewed as a foreign signing - Hereford FC boasts a squad which draws on talent from far beyond the county’s borders.

In the phoenix club’s debut season, in large part thanks a recent and flourishing relationship with Hartpury College, Edgar Street has been graced by standout performances from Mustapha Bundu – who hails from Sierra Leone – and Ghanaian Sirdick Adjei-Grant, both fan favourites, with the latter finishing the season in the kind of breath-taking form that would appear to make the diminutive winger a likely starter at Wembley, against the odds.
 

pjennings

Well-Known Member
Both African players were scouted by, and later starred in, development programmes in their respective homelands – Bundu with the Craig Bellamy Foundation, Adjei-Grant with Right To Dream.

Neither will be available to advance with Hereford to Level 4 next year, as a result of some inane yet not insignificant quirk of the UK’s visa regulations.

If their path to professional sport has been against the odds, then for the third of the trio – Jimmy Oates – perhaps it is just the destination which is unlikely.

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Oates, in his Central Coast Mariners colours.
A star sportsman from a young age, Oates began playing football at four.

One of seven, and the youngest of five brothers, it is no surprise that through long hours mixing it with his brothers in the backyard, as a player he developed a relentless and renowned work ethic.

“Sports over there is just massive. It's crazy. And soccer is probably the biggest youth sport. But my brothers were just sports freaks,” Oates said. “I’m the youngest by 11 years. They got me in to football when I was young, and I played rugby through school, but it got to the point where I had to make a choice."

He did. And when, at just 21, he signed for the Central Coast Mariners, head coach Graham Arnold referred to him as “among the fittest players in our squad”. That year, the Mariners won the A-League.

“He is a young man with great character and determination,” Arnold added.

Oates grew up walking distance from the water, at famed surfers playground and Sydney suburb Manly Beach.

As a youth player, he shone for Manly before getting picked up by pro side Central Coast, based as their name suggests, on the coast, and about an hour north of Sydney.

The defender was selected to captain their U20's side – a team which amongst others, produced a Valencia goalkeeper and a few stars in Japan’s J-League – and in 2012, he was signed to a contract with the senior squad, headed up by Arnold.

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There are twisted ankles and twists of fate and Oates suffered both, forced to watch from the physio room as his team-mates – a largely unheralded group, not a million miles from what we’ve seen in the East Midlands this year – lifted Australian soccer’s major trophy.

“I’ve had ankle troubles my whole life. I got a pro deal, and then in preseason I got injured.

“It was awesome to be around Central Coast that year. It was a really down-to-earth club. The coach did really well to build a team, it wasn’t a team of big names like in Melbourne or Sydney.

“And all the old pros were really open with the young boys – we hadn’t been around anyone like that before really.

“But it was hard to be on the outskirts of the squad – even though they were doing so well – it’s hard knowing that you could have been in amongst it.”

In his efforts to get on the field, the defender pushed too hard, too fast. He was diagnosed with microfractures in his ankle – small breaks at the end of bones that are often caused by putting the joint under repetitive, physical stress.

With an apparent regret, the decision was taken by the Mariners not to renew his contract. Oates went home.

“I just sort of said, I love football – so that was the goal, to get back, and to get back playing again.

“I got in the water every day, all through the year. It’s like a 30-second walk to beach so it was just runs and workouts and straight down there for a swim.”

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The golden sands of Manly Beach.
Returning to the field for Manly, he was approached by a teammate – and current head coach at Hartpury – with a suggestion. Study, play and see a bit of the world.

With his girlfriend’s Canadian visa expiring, and the chance of a fresh start playing in a country he had watched from afar through the careers of the likes of Harry Kewell and ‘Vidukes’, Oates took up the offer and 17, 000-miles later he was in Gloucestershire, rain-soaked and ready to play.

“It was a long first winter,” Oates said, of the subtle difference in climate.

When the call came in from Peter Beadle that Hereford FC were looking for players, ‘Ricko’ – Marc Richards – thought of Oates.

“My first session with Hereford was the Thursday before the first home game against Dunkirk. It was at Hartpury so I didn’t know what it was going to be like.

“Then I turned up to the pitch and bloody saw the fans and the bull going around the pitch and it was just amazing. It was like ‘wow, I was not expecting this.’

“In the lower leagues at home, it’s nothing really. There’s quite a lot of ethnic teams – Croatians and Serbians – and those fans do get right in to it - they’re passionate. But the Aussie teams, everyone’s just chilled watching the game.

“I was blown away.”

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Far from a culture clash, ‘Oatesy’s transition from schooners, and Sydney sunsets to life in the Cider Country has been seamless, on the field on and off.

“You can get pretty much everything from back home in Tescos.

“After the games we’ve been in to town a few times. We really like it. My missus has always been obsessed with the Cotswolds and those Old English towns, so walking through the little streets and stuff - you don’t get that anywhere in Australia, there’s just no history there. So we take it all in and we love it.

"You grow up watching English football on the tv, watching your favourite team.

“To play over here - to play for Hereford - it’s been an awesome experience.

“Beads is a legend. There couldn’t be a better manager, I think. I’m pretty straight-to-the-point as well, so we get along good.

“I think the Aussie game is pretty physical anyway – more physical than here I think – or just as much as in the lower leagues - and the standard at the top end is a lot better than people think.

“A lot of players would be shocked if they went over – but being over here you realise just how many good players there are down the leagues.”

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While that’s true in itself, it’s perhaps more true about Hereford FC than any other team currently playing at their level.

Beadle has at his disposal a stable of forwards so talented that at times he has been able to afford to leave a 50-goal-a-season striker on the bench. Oates has been part of a defensive unit responsible for 21 clean sheets in the league – including a run of 10-straight during the Autumn – and both Bundu and Pablo Haysham have been responsible for more moments of sublime, cultured football than the rest of the league’s midfielders combined.

And as good as the team has been en route to promotion to the Southern Leagues, the squad have saved their best for this cup run.

“Winning the second leg of the semi at Salisbury was unbelievable. And that Camberley game at home – that was epic,” Oates said.

“I’m not used to being in a team that wins so much. It’s always been a battle, losing 1-0 or drawing 1-1.

“We’re lucky - if we can get our job right at the back, we had loads of faith in the guys up front to bang in the goals. They’ve been incredible.”

If it’s been a long road to this point for a storied club and a seasoned manager – neither of who had a certain future in Hereford 12 months ago - it’s been a longer one for a young Aussie who learned his trade on the hard pitches of Sydney’s northern suburb.

Both now find themselves at Wembley, with only Morpeth Town standing between them and a defining moment in their respective careers.

With half the city and at least one notable Sydneysider watching on from the stands, neither Oates nor Hereford FC are likely to let this run come to an end on Sunday.

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Oates, and Oates, Snr. Big thanks to Steve Niblett for the pic (s).

http://www.herefordshirelive.co.uk/...-vase-bow-has-been-17-000-miles-in-the-making
 

Gratis

Well-Known Member
Here comes a Gratitude and Appreciation spiel:

I am extremely thankful just to have a club in the first place.
When the league started the Capital cities each got a club, a major city and footballing heartland (Jets), and one 'region'.
That region could have been anywhere. Geelong, Wollongong, Gold Coast, Canberra all spring to mind. Instead we were lucky enough to have some great people fight and develop a winning application for the Central Coast. A non traditional footballing area directly between two of the city teams who were already the closest teams to each other by a long way. Prior to the creation of the ALeague if you'd asked the odds of us getting a team it would have been laughable.

This is the first thing I am grateful for.

The second is that we STILL have a team. We all know the history and the odds stacked against us. But so far it looks like we have our own team for the long run.

The third thing is the clubs culture, spirit and community values through our history driven by some great people - something to be proud of and very much cemented my loyalty over the years.
This includes the vision in developing some talented youth who now bring us pride overseas and for our country and for the vision of developing a CoE which will provide an even stronger foundation.

The fourth thing I'm grateful for is the success and pride our team has managed to bring us. Until just recently we were the most successful team in the League's history, and even now still one of the most successful to date.

We are in a low spot. One born of the necessity to remain viable and to have a Central Coast team for the future.
In the grand scheme of things a couple of bad years on the pitch is a small price to pay for all of the stuff I'm thankful to have listed above.

I'm thankful to have my Central Coast Mariners and will ride some hard times to see us through. The good times on the pitch won't be too far away either.
 

JoyfulPenguin

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EVENT: 2016 Mariners Corporate Cup

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Tuesday, 24 May 2016-
@CCMariners
Get your business INvolved with the Central Coast Mariners Corporate Cup, where a mixture of our corporate partners, local businesses and Mariners players come together for a kick at Soccer5s!
The 2016 instalment of the Mariners Corporate Cup will be held on Friday August 19 at Soccer5s, Tuggerah with registrations kicking off from 10:00am with the first games set to kick-off at 11.00am.

Register your team by clicking here!

The Mariners Corporate Cup is the ideal opportunity for a day of workplace bonding as well as networking between likeminded, football-loving businesses on the Central Coast.

Registration packages start from $770 per team (GST included), which includes two large food platters, a minimum of four matches and the allocation of a Central Coast Mariners player that will help coach your team through the tournament.

  • Package 1 - $770 per team – includes GST, which includes registration for 8 players + two large food platters + a minimum of four matches and a Central Coast Mariners player that will help coach your team through the tournament.
  • Package 2 - $935 per team – includes GST, which includes registration for 8 players + 8 high quality jerseys personalised with your own name, number and company logo + two large food platters + a minimum of four matches and a Central Coast Mariners player that will help coach your team through the tournament.
Whether you’re in it to win it or want to enjoy a fun filled day out of the office, the Mariners Corporate Cup caterers for all levels of competitiveness.

Get IN early by CLICKING HERE, calling CCM HQ on (02) 4353 7200 or e-mailing ldenichilo@ccmariners.com.au to register your team today.

EVENT INFORMATION
What: 2016 Central Coast Mariners Corporate Cup
Where: Soccer5s, Central Coast Mariners Centre of Excellence (1 Bryant Dr, Tuggerah)
When: Friday 19 August 2016 (registrations commence from 10:00am)
How much: Packages start from - $770 per team of eight
Give the club a click at: http://www.ccmariners.com.au/article/event-2016-mariners-corporate-cup/uim78cgezs6i10kgcmuf38h43
 

JoyfulPenguin

Well-Known Member
Newcastle Permanent School Holiday Clinics

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Thursday, 26 May 2016-
@CCMariners
Get your kids active these school holidays with the Central Coast Mariners School Holiday Clinics in July 2016!
Central Coast Mariners club legends Adam Kwasnik & Damien Brown with their teams will coach clinics in Tuggerah (Central Coast) and Dubbo (Western NSW) throughout July 2016, with boys and girls aged 5 to 12 catered for.

Each participant will receive specialised coaching, as well as a Mariners training shirt to wear throughout their sessions, and take home to mark their involvement.

PLUS – Those taking part in the Tuggerah (Central Coast) clinic, will have the opportunity to be coached by Central Coast Mariners players and coaching staff, meet the team in a signing session and have a group photo with the squad! Please check the registration page for details.

Kids can opt to join in for one, two, or three days of football fun in a supportive environment which aims to not only enhance their football skills, but ensures they are remaining active throughout their school break.

This program is proudly sponsored by Newcastle Permanent – Official School Holiday Clinic Partner of the Central Coast Mariners .

Central Coast Mariners School Holiday Clinics – July 2016

TUGGERAH (5 - 12 year olds):

Venue : Central Coast Mariners Centre of Excellence (1 Bryant Dr, Tuggerah)

Dates : Monday 11th July (Coaching by Mariners Players, team photo and signing session)
Tuesday 12th July (Coaching by Mariners Coaching Staff and tour of the Centre of Excellence);
and/or Wednesday 13th July 2016 (Participants take part in the Mini World Cup, with coaching by Mariners players).

Time 9:00am - 12:00pm

Cost : $65 (1 Day), $115 (2 Days) $140 (3 Days) – Mariners Members save 10%

Tuggerah – Members Only: CLICK HERE TO BOOK

Tuggerah – Non Members: CLICK HERE TO BOOK

DUBBO (5 - 12 year olds):

Venue : Hans Claven Reserve, Dubbo

Dates : Monday 11th July, Tuesday 12th July, Wednesday 13th July 2016
(Participants take part in the Mini World Cup on Wednesday 13th July 2016).

Time : 9:00am to 12:00pm Daily

Cost : $65 (1 Day), $115 (2 Days) or $140 (3 Days) – Mariners Members save 10%

Dubbo – Members Only CLICK HERE TO BOOK

Dubbo – Non Members CLICK HERE TO BOOK

Have you got a Newcastle/Central Coast Entertainment Book? Check pages E52 & E53 to see how you can save 25% off the registration price!

How can you sign your kids up? Please click one of the links above or phone Mariners HQ on 4353 7200!
Give the club a click at:http://www.ccmariners.com.au/article/school-holiday-clinics/1s4i2sctmes9d1hbq2kkhhv9bn
 

JoyfulPenguin

Well-Known Member
Volunteer with the Central Coast Mariners!
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Ron, Matt & Pat with Luis Garcia at Central Coast Stadium
Friday, 3 June 2016-
@CCMariners
The Central Coast Mariners value the significant contributions of volunteers and recognise their importance throughout the day-to-day running of the club. Since day one, volunteers have been the lifeblood of this great community club and have been vital in helping the club achieve its many successes on and off the pitch.
The Central Coast Mariners boast a loyal volunteer base of around 35-40 members who throughout each Hyundai A-League and Foxtel National Youth League season, perform a diverse range of roles - including assisting with match-day operations, membership services, corporate services, community clinics and media operations.

If you are looking to gain experience at a family oriented community club, please download and fill out the application form. The Central Coast Mariners welcomes all applications; however, cannot fulfil every request, due to the limited space and roles for volunteers. Once you have successfully completed your application, please e-mail the form to jcanning@ccmariners.com.au

Please visit our Jobs Page for all updates on the vacancy of volunteer positions and how to apply or for further info, call CCM HQ on 4353 7200.

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Give the club a click at:
http://www.ccmariners.com.au/article/volunteer/1kojgfmdzm8ue1uhr04wj603vb
 

JoyfulPenguin

Well-Known Member
Volunteer with the Central Coast Mariners!
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Ron, Matt & Pat with Luis Garcia at Central Coast Stadium
Friday, 3 June 2016-
@CCMariners
The Central Coast Mariners value the significant contributions of volunteers and recognise their importance throughout the day-to-day running of the club. Since day one, volunteers have been the lifeblood of this great community club and have been vital in helping the club achieve its many successes on and off the pitch.
The Central Coast Mariners boast a loyal volunteer base of around 35-40 members who throughout each Hyundai A-League and Foxtel National Youth League season, perform a diverse range of roles - including assisting with match-day operations, membership services, corporate services, community clinics and media operations.

If you are looking to gain experience at a family oriented community club, please download and fill out the application form. The Central Coast Mariners welcomes all applications; however, cannot fulfil every request, due to the limited space and roles for volunteers. Once you have successfully completed your application, please e-mail the form to jcanning@ccmariners.com.au

Please visit our Jobs Page for all updates on the vacancy of volunteer positions and how to apply or for further info, call CCM HQ on 4353 7200.

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Give the club a click at:
http://www.ccmariners.com.au/article/volunteer/1kojgfmdzm8ue1uhr04wj603vb
Does anyone know if you interstate fans can register for this?
 

JoyfulPenguin

Well-Known Member
Former Mariner Dejan Pandurevic scores for Manly United and could have easily had a hat trick if not for poor finishing and some superb goalkeeping. Manly United would go on to draw 1-1 with Sydney Olympic.
 

JoyfulPenguin

Well-Known Member
Former Mariner Travis Major scored for Blacktown City with a powerful header. Mitch Mallia also went close to scoring a goal but was denied by another former Mariner in Nathan Denham as Blacktown City defeated Sutherland Sharks 3-1.
 

sydmariner

Well-Known Member
Former Mariner Dejan Pandurevic scores for Manly United and could have easily had a hat trick if not for poor finishing and some superb goalkeeping. Manly United would go on to draw 1-1 with Sydney Olympic.
Former Mariner Travis Major scored for Blacktown City with a powerful header. Mitch Mallia also went close to scoring a goal but was denied by another former Mariner in Nathan Denham as Blacktown City defeated Sutherland Sharks 3-1.
 

JoyfulPenguin

Well-Known Member
COMMUNITY: Mariners Munch & Move in Pre-Schools
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Mariners Munch & Move visits Rainbow Haven Kindergarten Kariong | Lauren Tierney Photography (c)
Friday, 10 June 2016-
@CCMariners
The Central Coast Mariners have teamed up with Central Coast Local Health District on a program that encourages children's healthy eating and physical activity, as well less time on mobile devices.
The program is called Mariners Munch & Move; the aim of the game is to educate children about the advantages of eating healthy food and spending more time being active through a range of story telling and games.

The Mariners Much & Move program is a collaboration between CCM and Central Coast Local Health District to complement the existing Munch & Move program already delivered in local pre-schools and early childhood centres by Central Coast Local Health District.

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Lauren Tierney Photography (c)


Adam Kwasnik, who now works across both the Central Coast Mariners Community Department and the International Football School, has just finished delivering the three-week pilot program alongside IFS Educator, Melissa Trew.

Together, Kwasnik and Trew tell the story ‘Run All Day The Mariners Way’ which is a children’s story about a Magic Lunchbox. The Magic Lunch box helps children decide which foods are good for them and which foods are sometimes foods and includes one of the Mariners’ Mascots (The Captain) as one of the main characters in the story.

During this story, The Captain is taught the importance of eating the right foods, to give you the energy to “Run all day, the Mariners way” and learns the importance of hydration.


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Illustrations from ‘Run All Day The Mariners Way’


After the three-week program, the children take home an interactive educational kit that includes a copy of ‘Run All Day The Mariners Way’ book, a soft ball that includes healthy eating messages and their very own Magic Lunchbox that the children can fill with healthy food to take to school.

Early childhood is the ideal time for children to form healthy food and physical activity habits that will give them the best chance of maintaining a healthy weight throughout their lives. It is also a great time to cultivate the fundamental movement skills and confidence children need to enjoy physical activities at school

The six key messages that form the basis of the Munch & Move program are:

  • Choose water as a drink
  • Eat more fruit and vegetables
  • Choose healthier snacks
  • Get active each day
  • Turn off the television and computer and get active
  • Encourage and support breastfeeding
Central Coast Mariners’ Community Manager Carly Carmichael thanked Central Coast Local Health District for involving the Mariners in such a valuable pre-school program.

“The Central Coast Mariners are excited to team up with Central Coast Local Health District and deliver a program to pre-school children that teaches healthy eating and an active lifestyle,” Carmichael said. “We can’t thank Central Coast Local Health District enough for having us involved.

“What’s great about this program is it encourages children to take this message home with them. Rather than handing them a piece of paper that usually ends up with banana squashed into it, the kids take home a soft ball and magic lunchbox that carry all of the healthy eating messages they have been taught during Munch & Move.

“The program also involves fun and simple football drills that promote physical activity. We want to reduce the amount of time small children spend looking at screens and there’s no better way than having a kick,” Carmichael said.

The three week Mariners Munch & Move program was a pilot program and the Central Coast Mariners are currently seeking funding from a third party sponsor to continue rolling this fantastic initiative out across all pre-schools on the Central Coast.

Please contact Carly Carmichael at CCM HQ on 4353 7200 or via e-mail on ccarmichael@ccmariners.com.au if you would like to get involved.


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Illustrations from ‘Run All Day The Mariners Way’


Give the club a click at: http://www.ccmariners.com.au/articl...ove-in-pre-schools/1bvri53ica4ts119gz2kanl5ye
 

Wombat

Well-Known Member
COMMUNITY: Mariners Munch & Move in Pre-Schools
munch_16exwcviqfc1b1j6go6gxkd9eu.jpg

Mariners Munch & Move visits Rainbow Haven Kindergarten Kariong | Lauren Tierney Photography (c)
Friday, 10 June 2016-
@CCMariners
The Central Coast Mariners have teamed up with Central Coast Local Health District on a program that encourages children's healthy eating and physical activity, as well less time on mobile devices.
The program is called Mariners Munch & Move; the aim of the game is to educate children about the advantages of eating healthy food and spending more time being active through a range of story telling and games.

The Mariners Much & Move program is a collaboration between CCM and Central Coast Local Health District to complement the existing Munch & Move program already delivered in local pre-schools and early childhood centres by Central Coast Local Health District.

much-and-move_srf2vsy45ibn18451j16kwczr.jpg

Lauren Tierney Photography (c)


Adam Kwasnik, who now works across both the Central Coast Mariners Community Department and the International Football School, has just finished delivering the three-week pilot program alongside IFS Educator, Melissa Trew.

Together, Kwasnik and Trew tell the story ‘Run All Day The Mariners Way’ which is a children’s story about a Magic Lunchbox. The Magic Lunch box helps children decide which foods are good for them and which foods are sometimes foods and includes one of the Mariners’ Mascots (The Captain) as one of the main characters in the story.

During this story, The Captain is taught the importance of eating the right foods, to give you the energy to “Run all day, the Mariners way” and learns the importance of hydration.


much-and-move_z357ukxbhk4i1gkulduixqzo0.jpg

Illustrations from ‘Run All Day The Mariners Way’


After the three-week program, the children take home an interactive educational kit that includes a copy of ‘Run All Day The Mariners Way’ book, a soft ball that includes healthy eating messages and their very own Magic Lunchbox that the children can fill with healthy food to take to school.

Early childhood is the ideal time for children to form healthy food and physical activity habits that will give them the best chance of maintaining a healthy weight throughout their lives. It is also a great time to cultivate the fundamental movement skills and confidence children need to enjoy physical activities at school

The six key messages that form the basis of the Munch & Move program are:

  • Choose water as a drink
  • Eat more fruit and vegetables
  • Choose healthier snacks
  • Get active each day
  • Turn off the television and computer and get active
  • Encourage and support breastfeeding
Central Coast Mariners’ Community Manager Carly Carmichael thanked Central Coast Local Health District for involving the Mariners in such a valuable pre-school program.

“The Central Coast Mariners are excited to team up with Central Coast Local Health District and deliver a program to pre-school children that teaches healthy eating and an active lifestyle,” Carmichael said. “We can’t thank Central Coast Local Health District enough for having us involved.

“What’s great about this program is it encourages children to take this message home with them. Rather than handing them a piece of paper that usually ends up with banana squashed into it, the kids take home a soft ball and magic lunchbox that carry all of the healthy eating messages they have been taught during Munch & Move.

“The program also involves fun and simple football drills that promote physical activity. We want to reduce the amount of time small children spend looking at screens and there’s no better way than having a kick,” Carmichael said.

The three week Mariners Munch & Move program was a pilot program and the Central Coast Mariners are currently seeking funding from a third party sponsor to continue rolling this fantastic initiative out across all pre-schools on the Central Coast.

Please contact Carly Carmichael at CCM HQ on 4353 7200 or via e-mail on ccarmichael@ccmariners.com.au if you would like to get involved.


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Illustrations from ‘Run All Day The Mariners Way’


Give the club a click at: http://www.ccmariners.com.au/articl...ove-in-pre-schools/1bvri53ica4ts119gz2kanl5ye

Good message.
We can all learn from that not just kids!!......apart from the Breast feeding bit.....which is weird and also controversial.
 

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