Christmas Cup celebrations kick goals for local charity

The Showtime Soccer School held their Christmas Cup match at Pembroke Park in Sorell on the first Sunday in December, providing an opportunity for keen young soccer players to compete and celebrate the upcoming holiday period.

In recognition that many families are battling cost of living pressures and finding it challenging to make ends meet, academy coach and local business owner Paul Saric and his wife, Emmauela of the Geilston Bay Fish Shop made a $2,000 donation to the Hobart City Mission.

“This is my favourite time of the year but for some families it’s a very hard and trying time,” Mr Saric said.

“When I was growing up, local charities like Hobart City Mission provided greatly needed help to my mum and us kids, and so, it was important to Emma and me that we give back.

“The amazing work of the Hobart City Mission is very close to our hearts, so raising awareness of their work and giving back where we can, is to us, what Christmas is all about.”

For more information about the Hobart City Mission or to make a donation visit hobartcitymission.org.au/donate-now