Cessnock will host a Hyundai A-League pre-season clash between the Newcastle Jets and the Western Sydney Wanderers next month.
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The teams will go head to head on Saturday, September 24, in the trial match at Cessnock Sportsground as part of their pre-season preparations.
Cessnock City Council’s general manager Stephen Glen said it was shaping up to be a fantastic day.
“It’s great we’ve been able to attract such a fantastic event and we look forward to seeing the community get behind the teams in their last hit out before the season gets underway,” he said.
“There will also be a free clinic on Friday, September 23, for young local football players giving them an opportunity to get tips off some of Australia’s best players.”
The football clinic will cater for up to 200 boys and girls aged between six and 12.
More details will be released by the Jets in early September on the coaching clinic.
Newcastle Jets run a program named Jets: Play which is supported by the club’s major community partner Greater Bank.
Hosting this program in Cessnock will allow local children to engage with Newcastle Jets players ahead of the game.
Newcastle Jets chief executive officer Lawrie McKinna said the club was excited to be hosting a pre-season match at Cessnock Sportsground, a venue he described as superb.
“We know we have many members and supporters that live in and around the region, so we’re delighted to have received Cessnock City Council’s support to host our final pre-season trial match at a great venue,” McKinna said.
“Playing in Cessnock is definitely a great outcome for the club - it is an easy 45 minute drive from Newcastle on the Hunter Expressway.
“It is also close to towns such as Kurri Kurri, Maitland and Singleton, so we expect the game will attract a significant and parochial crowd.”
Western Wanderers chief executive office John Tsatsimas said the team was looking forward to visiting Cessnock and taking on the Newcastle Jets.
A strong contingent of Wanderers fans can also be expected to make the trip.