Sunday Territorian

Territory youngsters invited to take on Auskick experience

- NATHANIEL CHAMBERS

TERRITORY kids are invited to take part in the upcoming Term 2 NAB AFL Auskick sessions kicking off in the next few weeks.

Many of the Territory’s best footballer­s found their starts in the sport through Auskick, with the sessions being an important stepping stone for junior players aged between five and 12 years old.

In weekly sessions kids explore the world of AFL, building football skills and playing in a safe and fun setting.

The NAB AFL Auskick program has been designed to let kids learn through play and fosters a fun environmen­t.

NAB AFL Auskick starts from the very beginning, teaching all kids the basics of Australian Football while building fundamenta­l motor skills and learning what it means to play as part of a team.

Recognised across the country as one of the most competitiv­ely priced sport programs, NAB AFL Auskick has delighted kids and parents alike for over 20 years.

AFLNT game developmen­t program manager Nicole Hyland cited Auskick as the original training grounds of a number of the best current NTFL stars.

“Auskick is the perfect way to start off learning how to play footy for any boys or girls between five and 12 years old,” Hyland said.

“It’s the perfect place to start learning the fundamenta­l skills and movements of the game and we have different levels to suit a range of different skill levels.

“If you look at any of our best players at the moment they all started at Auskick and they played their juniors and got into club footy from there.’’

To get involved and find your nearest Auskick centre in the Darwin, Alice Springs or rural areas go to play.afl/Auskick

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Picture: AFLNT Media
Auskick kids. Picture: AFLNT Media

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