For the second year, in conjunction with the Hume Indigenous Family Violence Regional Action Group (HIFVRAG), the Kyabram District Football Netball League will be hosting a "No Violence Round" during this weekend’s Round 6 clashes.
Clubs will share in the motto of "You can’t shake a hand with a closed fist" in this government initiative aimed to raise awareness about violence, and in an attempt to prevent, reduce and respond to violence in the Indigenous and greater communities throughout the region.
"The sporting area is the perfect opportunity to target many Indigenous players and their families in remote areas, while covering a large majority of the region the Action Group operates in" shared Hume IFVRAG Chairperson John Martin.
"The aim is to reduce, prevent, engage and assist our communities, working together to develop partnerships and strategies which will create a future free from violence within our relationships, families and communities as a whole."
"The Indigenous Family Violence Regional Action Group takes this opportunity to thank the KDFNL and its affiliated clubs for their commitment with this initiative."
The Goulburn Valley Football Umpires Association are also involved with umpires of the Senior KDFNL Matches donning yellow shirts with a "shaking hands" symbol on the back, to create a visible presence on the day.
"The League is proud to be associated with this initiative and strongly encourages all individuals and clubs to embrace the messages" commented KDFNL President Greg Watson.
"Our involvement with the Hume IFVRAG recognises the role of the football and netball community to promote responsible behaviour both on and off field."
Senior Football and A Grade Netballers will line up opposite each other for a player address and to shake hands prior to the commencement of the game.
After the football match is finished all football players will assemble for the umpires to announce the player that displayed the great sportsmanship on the day. The awarded player will receive a $200 Sports First gift voucher.
This weekend’s games include: Tallygaroopna v Violet Town, Rushworth v Stanhope, Ardmona v Undera, Girgarre v Merrigum, Nagambie v Lancaster, Murchison v Longwood.
Last Modified on 16/12/2014 16:07