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Woolworths has signed on as a Netball Australia partner to help support the Samsung Australian Diamonds as well as state, community and grassroots levels of the sport.

 

The supermarket’s has come on on board as the official supermarket and fresh food partner of Netball Australia and its support spans all state Netball associations as well as the NSW Swifts and GIANTS Netball in NSW, Firebirds in Queensland, Melbourne Vixens in Victoria, Adelaide Thunderbirds in South Australia and West Coast Fever in Western Australia.

 

Woolworths Director of Marketing Andrew Hicks said: “We know that on weekends during the season, thousands of families across Australia head down to their local netball courts to play and support a game that is an integral part of communities nationwide.

 

“We are proud to come on board to support a team sport that engages the Australian community in such a positive way.”

 

Netball Australia CEO Marne Fechner said: “We are delighted to partner with Woolworths, a great Australian brand, who reflect the values and vision of netball from grassroots to the elite.

 

“Through netball – the number one participation sport for girls and young women – we have the chance to reach out and inspire to almost a quarter of a million teenage girls.

 

“We need to make the most of this opportunity, empower girls and create further understanding of how enjoying a wide range of fresh Australian foods can make you feel energised, healthier and happier.”

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