Harper Sercombe
Westmeadows Football Club celebrated round nine as their annual pride round.
This is the second instalment of pride rounds for the club in an effort to raise money for the Pride Cup.
Pride Cup is an organisation that promotes the changing of sports culture to support the LGBTI+ community.
Westmeadows took on Moonee Valley at Willowbrook Reserve in their seniors, reserves and under 18.5s but unfortunately was not able to register a win.
To raise funds the club held raffles and a ‘stride for pride’ event. The club will continue to raise funds through donations and merchandise sales until June 23.
Westmeadows player-coach Gemma Wright said it’s an important initiative for the club and broader community.
“We have a lot of people that are a part of the LGBTI+ community,” she said
“We wanted everyone to be included, including from different races and religions.
“[It’s important we] celebrate inclusiveness throughout our community.”
Both Westmeadows and Moonee Valley wore special pride apparel including a jersey worn by Westmeadows and socks worn by the opppositon.
