Beijing FA strengthens ties with Football NSW
To promote football co-operation between Beijing Football Association and Football New South Wales, a delegation from China visited Valentine Sports Park whilst in Australia recently.
The delegation had various discussions with Football NSW Interim CEO Stefan Kamasz, Member Services Manager Matt Rippon, and Advanced Coach Education Manager Alex Tobin around best practices, governance and football-related cultural exchanges.
Kamasz stated that the delegates from Beijing’s Football Association were very impressed with the setup at Valentine Sports Park and enjoyed their time spent in Sydney.
“It is understood the delegation thoroughly enjoyed their time spent here in Sydney and were extremely impressed by both the business, coaching and technical practices as well as the Valentine Sports Park facility itself.
“We look forward to a continued relationship”
The Beijing delegation enjoyed a tour of the Valentine Sports Park facility by Venue and Facilities Manager Bryce Alley.
Delegation Members:
- Mr. Yang Haibin, Deputy Director-General of Beijing Municipal Bureau of Sports
- Mr. Liu Jun, Vice Chairman and Secretary General of Beijing Football Association, and Director-General of Beijing Football Administration Center
- Mr. Hu Bin, Deputy Division Chief of Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture
- Mr. Hu Meng, Deputy Division Chief of Beijing Municipal Foreign Affairs Office
- Mr. Wang Haishan, Program Officer of Beijing Municipal Foreign Affairs Office
