Whoop whoop!

Here are

Lilly and Leonie

Twins

Soccer Players U13

at Golden Plains Soccer Club

were invited to represent Victoria

in the SingaCup 2025 U14 - International Youth Football Tournament

in Australasia

with around 3,000 participants from all over the world!

LILLY –Striker

"I am really excited to represent Victoria in the SingaCup 2025! It’s an amazing opportunity to play against international teams and show what we can do.

I look forward to improving my skills and learning from international coaches during training. This experience will help me grow as a player.

Most importantly, I want to have fun with my teammates. Being a good striker isn’t just about scoring goals; it’s about being a team player, being quick, and creating chances for others."

And here’s a joke for you: "Why did the striker bring a ladder to the game? Because the team wanted to reach new heights!"

LEONIE - Keeper

“Being a good goalie means a lot to me. It’s not just about stopping the ball; it’s also about being a leader on the field. A good goalie needs to be quick and focused to make saves.

It’s important to talk to my teammates, help organise the defence, and keep everyone motivated.

Most of all, being a good goalie means working hard to get better. I love the challenge of the position and the chance to help my team win.

And remember, "Why did the goalie bring a string to the game? Because he wanted to tie the score!"

“We want to thank our coaches, family, and friends for all their support. We will do our best on the field and make everyone proud. This is a dream come true for us, and we look forward to making great memories. Thank you for believing in us!" share Lilly and Leonie.

“This is more than just soccer,” says Mark Smith, Coach of the U/14 Team. “It’s an opportunity to show our girls what they can achieve through commitment, teamwork, and focus. Girls who stay in sports are more likely to become leaders, build self-esteem, and enjoy better physical and mental health. This is what we want for our girls!”

By supporting Lilly and Leonie, you’re supporting the entire team!

With female sports on the rise in Australia and around the world, this team is proud to be part of a movement that inspires girls to stay in sports longer, push their limits, and thrive both on and off the field.

By donating, you will directly contribute to:

• Providing local girls with the opportunity to represent their community and sport on an international stage (kit, flights).

• Inspiring them to stay in sports longer by demonstrating what’s possible through perseverance (training sessions with international Socceros, catch-ups with international soccer academies).

• Promoting gender equality and creating leadership pathways for girls in sports (building relations on an international level).

Businesses or individuals interested in becoming a team sponsor (with logos on tops) can contact the team directly at [email redacted].

Please also take a look at the article that appeared or will appear soon in the following newspapers:

Golden Plains Times

Bannockburn News

Geelong Independent

Ocean Grove Voice

Bellarine Times

Junior soccer talent seeks support for global tournament - Bellarine Times