Riddells Creek Netball Association have netted multiple grants in the latest round of the state government’s Sports Grants funding.
The club received $1000 for new uniforms and training tops, and a further $2919 for first-aid training parent volunteers as well as a strapping course for key trainers.
Grants officer Narelle McGellin said the club was thrilled to receive the grants, with the benefits to be felt throughout the club.
Ms McGellin said the first-aid training and refresher courses will be available for parent volunteers.
“By offering this to parents, it gives them essential skills that prepare them to be able to respond in the event of a health emergency, whether it be at home or around the courts,” she said.
The strapping course will be delivered to key volunteer trainers to equip them with the skills to provide immediate, temporary care for children with minor sports or activity-related injuries.
“If there’s an injury at training during the week or match days on a Saturday, the volunteer trainers can step in and do this strapping which keeps the injury tight and safe until they get medical advice,” Ms McGellin said.
The uniforms will help create team unity and strengthen the club’s identity.
“It helps alleviate families having to buy sporting uniforms and training tops … It’s a great incentive for families that may not be able to afford joining our netball club,” Ms McGellin said.
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