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 in a town of around 1,000 people, struggled to field a senior team due to a lack of players. Coach Ryan Lloyd-Williams decided to post a call-out for ring-ins on Facebook to attract more players. The post, which offered no incentives, gained significant attention, receiving over 300 likes and comments.
The unusual approach proved successful, as the club received numerous recruits from various locations, including Bendigo, Kinglake, Melbourne, and Shepparton. Some players even traveled from as far as Melbourne to join the team. The recruits, some of whom were high school students, brought a diverse group of players to the team, creating a buzz in the community.
Despite the initial difficulties, the effort paid off, as the club managed to field a team and avoid forfeiting the entire season. The club's president, Lachlan McKinnon, expressed satisfaction in having a packed club room after games, even if some players did not hang around long.
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