Moranbah AFC’s Ross Branch has been named the Mackay AFL Queensland NAB AFL Auskick Volunteer of the Year at the annual regional winners thank you function.
Ross has been the driving force behind Moranbah AFC Auskick for many years.
His commitment to running one of the highest quality programs in the Central Highalnds region has seen it grow to the regions largest NAB AFL Auskick centre with 85 participants.
Branch’s passion for the game rubs off onto participants, with Moranbah AFC likely to expand next year into the AFL Mackay Juniors competition.
He is also committed to training and up-skilling the club’s up and coming stars to ensure the continued success of Australian Football in the region running the clubs very own Junior match day program.
AFL Queensland Regional Manager in Mackay Jeff Neumann said the work of volunteers like Ross was a key factor in the success of the program.
“The NAB AFL Auskick program is our flagship game development program and it just wouldn’t be possible without the dedication and commitment of our volunteers,” said Neumann.
The Auskick program, which celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2015, continues to grow in Queensland, with just under 28,000 participants and over 850 centres across the state and Northern Rivers.
“Auskick is typically the first AFL touch-point for most boys and girls, and it is this experience which can determine if a young child develops a passion for Australian football and continues to love the game,” said Neumann.
“We are so fortunate Mackay to have a fantastic group of dedicated volunteers and the NAB AFL Auskick Coordinator of the Year program aims to reward and recognise their commitment.”
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Kedron JAFC in North Brisbane winner Jon Breeden was announced as the AFL Queensland NAB AFL Auskick Volunteer of the Year winner, Breeden enjoyed an AFL Final’s week experience which included welcome drinks with other state winners, VIP status at an official AFL official function and qualifying final tickets.
Don't forget you can find your nearest NAB AFL Auskick centre by heading to www.aflauskick.com.au
Last Modified on 19/10/2015 11:43