A viral Facebook call-out for ring-ins saved this country footy side
Violet Town opened its club to players from far and wide, building the ultimate "ressies" battler team to compete in the Kyabram District Football Netball League.
The Violet Town Football Netball Club, located two hours north-east of Melbourne, faced a struggle for senior players. To address this issue, they posted an unusual call-out on Facebook for ring-ins, hoping to fill their reserves team. Club coach Ryan Lloyd-Williams took the initiative to post the message on the Victorian Metro & Country Football Recruiting Page, seeking volunteers for their struggling team.
The post received widespread attention, with over 300 likes and comments, leading to a significant boost in the number of players available for the upcoming matches. Some of the recruited players hailed from far-off places like Bendigo, Kinglake, Melbourne, and Shepparton, showing their commitment to the cause. The success of the Facebook post is evident in the increased player numbers, with some recruits even bringing their families along.
While the club's season witnessed forfeits and an average losing margin, the Facebook call-out proved to be a valuable lifeline, helping them maintain their team presence and avoid being left without a side.
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