Junior basketballers in Sydenham hope to have a competitive edge this season after receiving a welcome boost of equipment valued at more than $2000.
The Sydenham Panthers received Molten basketballs and coaches boards to cover both the on-court and tactical sides of the game.
The equipment, donated by McDonald’s Sydenham as part of the Macca’s on Your Team initiative, was presented to junior club members last week.
Grant Francis of the Sydenham Panthers said the club was thrilled.
“Our club prides itself on providing a level of challenge which helps our players to improve their skill level and allows them to be competitive,” he said.
“To have this support from McDonald’s is fantastic.”
The Macca’s on Your Team scheme provides essential sports equipment to junior community sports clubs throughout metropolitan Melbourne and regional
Victoria.
McDonald’s Sydenham area manager Sandra Collins said she was sure the equipment would be put to good use.
“Grassroots sport is an integral part of our community and we’re proud to be able to support the club in this way,” Ms Collins said.
