Coaches, players and spectators at all levels of AFL Queensland are being encouraged by the Queensland Government and the game’s governing body to be 100 percent positive this weekend- 13th-15th May.
The Statewide Positive or Pointless weekend is designed to encourage positive comments from all in the football community.
The Positive or Pointless campaign has been established by the Queensland Government - Department of Communities Sport & Recreation Services in conjunction with the junior football codes played in Queensland - AFL, Rugby League, Rugby Union and Soccer - and is designed to help build a positive culture in these sports.
Along with the governing bodies, Brisbane Lions premiership player Luke Power, Queensland State of Origin Star Cameron Smith, Queensland Reds player Will Genia and Shane Stefanutto from the Queensland Roar and Socceroos have also offered their assistance in promoting the campaign.
Power has thrown his support behind the campaign, stating “Children are the future of our game – encourage them to do their best but let them enjoy it too.”
The Queensland Government believes that sport is an integral part of the Queensland way of life and provides a wonderful opportunity for people to be active and healthy and make enduring friendships. Junior sport is a great environment for improving our children’s health and teaching them a range of life skills. Sport builds discipline, leadership, self esteem and confidence.
Minister for Sport, the Honourable Phil Reeves MP encourages all parents, players, officials and supporters to get behind the program.
“If we want our kids to keep participating in physical activities, it is essential that their experience in junior sport is positive and fun.”
“I congratulate clubs for actively participating in this campaign and I encourage all players, parents and officials to keep spreading the positive or it’s pointless message.”
Last Modified on 25/10/2011 16:27