World Footy News

The folowing is contributed by Chris McNeil.

The Southern California Australian Football League (SCAFL) is hosting a charity exhibition match this Sunday, February 22, in Santa Monica CA, in aid of victims of the recent bushfires in Victoria.The SCAFL is the organizing body of Australian Rules Football in the greater Los Angeles area, which is made up of 4 clubs that compete in a local 9-a-side competition. Those clubs; Riverside Raiders, LA Swans, Beachside Sharks and the OC Jets, combine to form the Orange County Bombers in National 18-a-side matches. SCAFL president, Corey Irwin, who originally proposed the idea, has since worked tirelessly to make the event happen.

”The game is free to attend, but you are asked to make a donation.” Irwin said. “All monetary contributions given at the event will help those whose lives have been torn apart by the recent tragedy. Given the current economic climate, we realize not everyone is in a financial position to donate money. With that in mind, the SCAFL will also be accepting donations of used clothing to help those in need.” SCAFL players will be on hand to help out with everything from manning the donation booth, to conducting a kids clinic, to playing in the match itself.

There’s also a chance a couple of Hollywood celebrities might pay a visit, so punters are advised to bring their cameras and autograph books. A savvy kid might even snag an autograph from http://USfootynews.com MVP Kelly Nelson if they are lucky. There will be music, a raffle, and best of all a game of footy on tap for anyone that wants to wander down and enjoy a fun family day while helping out those hit by the tragic events of the Victorian bushfires.

All monetary donations must be given in cash or check, no credit cards please. Those that want to use a credit card can donate directly to the Australian Red Cross online at https://www.redcross.org.au/Donations...tions.asp. Clothing donations need to be clean and free of holes and tears.

The kids clinic will start at 10:30am, with the exhibition match starting at 12. Santa Monica High School - 601 Pico Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90405