Kicking Goals for Sick Kids 2024 - 24hr Soccer Marathon

By George Shalala Join Me

I'm raising funds for Sydney Children's Hospitals Foundation!

In loving memory of Alex Samawi who was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer in August 2021 and after a brave battle sadly passed away in May 2022. Alex was 8 years old. Alex lives on in our hearts and will never be forgotten. We hope our fundraising efforts will help other sick kids get through their illnesses.

We are pleased to be holding our 10th annual event, which aims to raise much-needed funds for The Children's Hospital at Westmead. What better way to do this than by playing a 24-hour continuous game of soccer/futsal!

  • Where: Wanderers 5s (Western Sydney Wanderers Precinct) 81 Eastern Road, Rooty Hill NSW 2766
  • When: Friday the 25th October (6 pm) to Saturday the 26th October (6 pm).

Since its inception, the event has contributed over $950k to The Children's Hospital at Westmead. This year, we aim to raise over $200,000, with the funds going to the Heart Centre, Oncology and Neurology departments. The utilisation of funds are agreed upon with each department.

This event is unique because ALL proceeds/donations go directly to the Sydney Children's Hospitals Foundation (SCHF). There are no expenses. Everything is donated; the facility, food, marketing, t-shirts, show-bags and various other items. We have no running costs- 100% of donations go to help sick kids.

Wanderers 5s is an outstanding community facility and accommodates over 500 players participating in the event at various timeslots. Players range in age from 5 to over 55 years: boys and girls, mums and dads at all levels of football. There will be a BBQ, face painting, silent auctions, raffles, superheroes, special guests and more.

All Stars Game - Friday 25th October 2024 8pm-9pm

Sponsored by Phoenix Building Approvals, Snooze Alexandria and Ivory's Special Coatings. 

Milos Ninkovic from the Western Sydney Wanderers has been confirmed for this years All Stars game. Thank you so much Milos!

We have also confirmed players, Patrick Zwaansijk, Nicolai Muller, Brett Emerton, Nick Carle, Mark Bridge, Shannon Cole, Kew Jaliens, Oliver Bozanic, Tarek Elrich, Bernie Ibini and George Timotheou for this year's game. 

Special thanks to the players who give up their time and continue to support this event.   

Thank you to Richard and the team at Phoenix Building Approvals for their significant contribution and ongoing support.

Special Thanks to Derek and the team at RH Art and Framing, who have supported this event from the start, with outstanding memorabilia.

Thank you to Ample Firewood and BlackBear for their generosity & amazing 24 hour BBQ. Thanks to F&Sons vending for their continued support and kind donation of drinks and other supplies.

Thank you to the Western Sydney Wanderers for generously donating the use of their excellent facility and for their continued support of the event. Thank you in particular to Scott Hudson and Chris McKibbins. 

Special mention to the Branding Lab and Expose Me marketing for the outstanding marketing and social media work.

Thank you to the Commonwealth Bank for providing show bags for the kids and for their ongoing support.

Thank you to our major donors:  

Phoenix Building Approvals, Snooze Alexandria, Chris Waller Racing, Ivory's Special Coatings, IC Homes, Taylor Nicholas Hills, 5Star Builders, SITLEC, Ray White Westmead, Mitsubishi Electric, Hiban, Modern Painting Group, Thrive 365, Speedway group, Astus Financial, Allam Homes, DNP Projects, Global Nutrition Australia, ALKA Power, AAA Tyre Factory, Vanguard Consulting Engineers and St. Charbels College for your generous donations and support. 

This is not only about raising money for a great cause, but about kids learning to support other kids.

Please donate now and help us kick goals for kids with cancer, heart disease, and nervous system diseases. Please note that all proceeds collected are received directly by SCHF. All donations over $2 will receive a tax receipt and are tax deductible. You will receive an automated email with a donation receipt.

Thank you for your continued support of this important event.

Regards,
George Shalala

Thank you to my Supporters

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St Charbel's College Market Day And Raffle Fundraiser

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Snooze Alexandria

A Great Cause, Initiated and Delivered by A Great Team, VIVIAN and GEORGE

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Tristan Rimmer

Amazing effort George, you have helped so many people with your unwavering commitment to the SCHF. Alex would be super proud of you.

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Alex Hezari

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Ic Homes

Well Done great work

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Critique Business Consultants

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Dnp Projects

It’s an honour and a pleasure to be part of this event George.. Well done. Dominic Conway and Pat Zwaanswijk

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Modern Painting Group

Great cause George! Very proud of you mate

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Sitlec

Always an honour to support you both George & Viv as you both pursue future happiness for our sick kids and families.

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Cincotta Discount Chemist Engadine

God bless your effort

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Speedway

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Alka Power

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Snooze Castle Hill

Such a great cause and it's our pleasure to support your fundraising efforts. We hope you smash your goal of $200,000. Best of luck from all the Team at Snooze Castle Hill

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Mitsubishi Electric Australia

Good luck!

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Asdar Pty Ltd

Well done George to you and your team for organising such a great event for a fantastic cause. Best wishes, Alex and Steph

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Aaa Tyre Factory

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Vic’s Premium Quality Meat

Amazing cause. Congrats and all the very best on achieving your target 👊🏻

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Allam Homes

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Anonymous

Thank you Tuan

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Learning Blocks Child Care Centres

Together we can all make a difference to the children and honour Alex’s memory

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Procorp Industries

Well done George god bless

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Jamil El-khoury

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Legal One

God bless everyone involved in this event! Thank you for all your efforts and best of luck for the best turn out yet! Your achievements over the years are inspiring

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Allam Bloodstock

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Tony Rallis

Congratulations on the work being done for a wonderful cause.

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Charlie, Joanne, Grace, Matthew, Veronica And Henry Shalala

George and Viv, keep Kicking Goals for Sick Kids! Inspiring and generous team! God bless you and all kids.

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Kizana Family

George God Bless 🙏🏻 The wonderful effort you put into making a difference for sick kids.

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Arab Bank Australia

$520

Gosford Quarries Pty Ltd

$520

Prime Pursuit Properties

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Paul Khawaga

$400

Silvia Samawi

Proud to be part of this great event. A cause that is close to my heart!

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Anthony Shalala

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Larsson Miletic

$316.50

Chemitab

$263.75

Andrew Shalala

$250

Mark And Elizabeth Dickha

God Bless Alex and all children and people suffering.

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Elizabeth Samawi

$211

Ante

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Qunzi Zhao

$200

Julian & Justin

Hi George Julian and Justin from St Charbel’s college Punchbowl are excited to be part of this beautiful cause.

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Rhonda Sassine

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Shabaas Pay

Thank you

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Warren

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Sabina Khoury

Sending my love From Sabina Khoury St Charbels College Punchbowl

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David Ruggiero

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Jeremiah Bilivalu

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Michele Carpenter

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Michael And Lauren Youssef

Congratulations on this great initiative. Wishing you all the best.

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St. Charbel's College

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Stephen Woods

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Alireza F.

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Amgad Beshay

God bless you and helps you dear George for the great work you do to help the sick.

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Joseph Loulach

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Rofaeils

Thanks George,Viv and your family for organising this charity . May God Bless your work and all the families that will benefit from this.

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Josh Condor

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Natalie Solomon

Good on you George, I hope you exceed your goal. God Bless

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James Broomhead

I hope you’re getting the kit on. Best of luck!

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Sophia Kizana

Your an inspiration to us all Love you Uncle George ❤️ God bless🙏🏻

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Anonymous

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Caroline

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Chloe Aaraj

Go Chloe Aaraj from St Charbels College

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Anonymous

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Chris And Donna Timotheou

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Oliver Lanham

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Anthony Mouawad

Anthony From St Charbel College. Bless you all and God be with you in your great mission.

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Kokal Family

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Mark Gali

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Khaleed Masum

For the boots raffle

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Gina Travas

Great work George with your dedication in honouring your nephew’s memory through this important cause as I’m sure it will make a difference for others facing similar battles. Have a great day!

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Justin, Audrey & Savannah Pedavoli

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Chehade Sakr

Great cause George, amazing stuff.

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Jacob Shaheen

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Roberto Snahches

$50

Cara

Thank you for all that you do to support sick kids and their families, George!

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Georgina Dearden

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Salman Chowdhury

Raffle ticket

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Dan Humphries

Raffle ticket for boots

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Anonymous

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I will pray

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King🙌

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What a great cause.

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Roberto

Amazing work ❤️