National Paralympic 7-A-Side Football Championships ready for take off
Thursday 23rd of November will see the best of the best Paralympic footballers battle it out to be crowned National Champions for the 2017 Paralympic 7-a-side Football Championships at Valentine Sports Park.
The tournament will take place from Thursday 23rd November to Sunday 26th November for a second consecutive year at Valentine Sports Park.
States playing in the tournament include ACT, New South Wales, Victoria and Western Australia.
Football NSW CEO Stuart Hodge was looking forward to seeing the talent on show in what will be a memorable week of football.
“This tournament brings together an opportunity for people with cerebral palsy, acquired brain injury and symptoms relating to stroke to enjoy what will be a brilliant few days of football with family and friends.
“Football NSW is proud to be hosting such an event and praises all parties involved for their generous and willing contribution to the tournament.”
With the recent success of the Pararoos finishing top ten in the IFCPF World Championships in Argentina, the Pararoos coaching staff will be keeping a close eye on the talented footballers.
The next stop for the Pararoos is the Asia-Oceania Championships in Iran which they will want to continue their success.
Head Pararoos Coach Kai Lammert will be watching closely in finding new talent for the national team squad.
“All the attention is on the Nationals now, where all players have the chance to show how far they have come in front of the watchful eyes of the Pararoos Staff.”
The tournament will also welcome another come and try day on Sunday 26th November in the search for the next Pararoo.
National Paralympic Football Champs 2017 WEB
