All Abilities League lands major sponsor

Newcomb (Anthony Altman), Bell Park (Joshua Storm), St Joseph's (Joshua Smith) and Geelong West (Sean McKenzie) will make up the four sides in the All Ability League's inaugural season. Photo: SUPPLIED

AUSTRALIA’S first All-Abilities Football Netball League will have a major sponsor in 2023 in a massive step forward for the region’s new All-Abilities League.

All-Abilities footballers will play games at Geelong’s home of football next month as part of a new sponsorship deal involving AFL Barwon and Kardinia Park Stadium Trust.

“As part of our ongoing commitment to provide unique opportunities for participation and connection, we are thrilled to be hosting the opening round of the AFL Barwon All-Abilities Football Netball League on GMHBA Stadium,” Kardinia Park Stadium Trust CEO Gerard Griffin said.

“Kardinia Park strives to be truly inclusive, embrace diversity and support our local community.”

The inaugural season will kick off next month on Saturday, April 29 with a double header at GMHBA Stadium.

The opening round matches kick off at 4pm and 6pm respective between the four participating clubs, with an All Abilities Auskick session to take place between the games.