Soccer players raise cancer funds
Over-35 men's soccer teams at Woy Woy FC raised more than $2500 through the club's Cancer Council Call to Arms campaign recently.
The initiative, targeted specifically to sporting clubs, raises awareness and funds to fight men's cancer, according to club president Mr David Cornwell.
"With half of all men facing a cancer diagnosis, it could be your club mates, community and family who benefit from Call to Arms," Mr Cornwell said.
"The $2500 plus result on the day far exceeded our expectations.
"We knew that the generosity of the football community and the Peninsula in general could be relied upon but this amount of money really shows just how good the community spirit of the area is."
Mr Cornwell said funds were raised principally from Woy Woy players buying yellow socks to wear on the day as well as raffles which included a signed Central Coast Mariners jersey.
Other raffle prizes were also donated by several local businesses and individuals in the community.
In addition, cash donations were made by opposition teams Southern and Ettalong United FC as well as East Gosford FC that played at Woy Woy on the day.
Mr Cornwell said the result has encouraged organisers to make the charity day an annual event.
Press release, 12 May 2010
David Wood, Woy Woy FC