Doug Turnbull Cup for grabs as Mariners take on Bankstown City Lions
Central Coast Mariners will face Bankstown City Lions in the fourth annual Doug Turnbull Cup at Jensen Park, Sefton on Wednesday 4 September.
Founded in memory of Mariners’ Group General Manager Mr Peter Turnbull’s late brother, the Doug Turnbull Cup represents Central Coast’s third pre-season match leading into the 2013/14 Hyundai A-League campaign.
In 2012 the Mariners retained the Doug Turnbull Cup thanks to a 4-0 victory over the Lions. On that occasion, a brace from Troy Hearfield combined with a first half penalty converted by Daniel McBreen and a late Tomas Rogic strike accounted for Bankstown.
But while winning the Cup would be an added bonus for either side, the evening is first and foremost considered to be a celebration of Doug Turnbull’s life and his contribution to football in the Bankstown region and beyond.
Indeed, Doug Turnbull was pivotal in making football one of the most popular sports in Bankstown, and made his own debut for the Club as a 16-year-old. During his time with the Lions, Turnbull played against some of the greats of Australian football, including the Johnny Warren and Ray Richards.
“Doug became a big fan of the Central Coast Mariners when I got involved with the Club,” Peter Turnbull said.
“A few years ago when we were looking for pre-season games to play we thought it was a natural fit that the Mariners take on Bankstown on an annual basis.”
“When Doug passed away we donated a Cup and decided that the match be played in his memory. We are convinced the Doug Turnbull Cup is something he would be very proud of.”
Central Coast Mariners’ 2013/14 Hyundai A-League season proper commences on Saturday 12 October against Western Sydney Wanderers at Bluetongue Stadium, Gosford.
2013 Doug Turnbull Cup
Bankstown City Lions FC vs. Central Coast Mariners FC
Wednesday 4 September, 2013
Jensen Park, Sefton
Kick-off: 7:00pm gates open at 5;30 pm
Admission: Adults – $10, Concession – $5, Kids under 16 – Free
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Also Prior to the A League season kick off Bankstown City Lions will be taking on Western Sydney Wanderers on the 3 October at Jensen Park.
