SYKES – DISCUSSIONS REGARDING LEAGUE BOUNDARIES TO CONTINUE

The Nationals Member for Benalla, Bill Sykes, said that one of the major issues of concern was accommodating the football and netball futures of players, families and supporters associated with the Thornton/Eildon, Alexandra and Yea Football and Netball clubs.

Dr Sykes said, “These clubs recognise the concerns regarding long distances other clubs are required to travel to play games at Thornton/Eildon, Alexandra and Yea.

“The three clubs have proposed some creative solutions to the VCFL and discussions are continuing between the clubs’ spokesperson, Andrew Embling, and Glenn Scott, of the VCFL.

“I encourage all clubs with concerns about VCFL proposals to raise those concerns with the Glenn Scott.

Dr Sykes concluded, “From my experiences in handling many similar situations the key to achieving a successful outcome is for the involved parties to continue discussions with a focus on solving the problems at hand. I will continue to assist in the interests of protecting football, netball and our small country communities.

Media contact: Bill Sykes (03) 5762 2100 or 0427 624 989