Grass Roots of Women's Sport Event

The inaugural Jim Stynes Foundation Grass Roots of Women’s Sport Event (GROWS) is an innovative event, developed to inspire and motivate young women 'in' and 'through' their sport via the stories of their sporting icons and role models.

An exciting collaboration of Melbourne’s most popular sporting clubs are joining forces with the Jim Stynes Foundation to celebrate women in sport, to create the ultimate platform, inspiring and celebrating young women. The Jim Stynes Foundation is highlighting sporting women as the catalyst, to promote young women in sport while raising funds for our incredible charities supporting the disadvantaged youth of Melbourne.

The JSF GROWS event reflects how being big believers in a strong sporting network can be the foundation of success. Whether you’re a seasoned sports woman, new to the game, a parent, coach or spectator, this event is the place for you. Be a part of the dynamic women in sport conversation with professional athletes and future stars.

Enjoy a beverage and some delicious healthy food, with the perfect mix of facilitated story telling and mingling. Join us for the ultimate women in sports event. We couldn’t do this without you or our amazing sporting clubs and sponsorship partners! So what are you waiting for? Book now! http://bit.ly/2uP1Jzd 

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