JARED CROUCH WINS COMMUNITY AWARD AND DONATES $10,000 TO OCF
Recently retired Sydney Swans player Jared Crouch has won the 2009 AFL Foundation Community Leadership Award.
He has received $10,000 from the AFL Foundation which will be donated to the Oncology Children's Foundation.
The CEO of OCF, Ross Lewis said "Jared is a talented footballer and has great community spirit. He is very deserving of this award and I thank him on behalf of all at the Oncology Children's Foundation for choosing to donate to us. The funds will be directed to cutting-edge research programs across the country."
AFL Foundation CEO, Jason Mifsud said Jared is determined to make a genuine difference in the community, and particularly supports young people who are faced with life-threatening illnesses and other challenges.
Jared is an outstanding and deserving recipient of the AFL Foundation Community Leadership Award.
"He has chosen to dedicate so much of his time to a number of worthy charities, including the Oncology Children's Foundation, to raise awareness and much needed funds.
"Since his playing debut in 1998, Jared has shown great commitment on the field as a player and off the field as a community leader," said Mr Mifsud.
The premiership player announced his retirement at the end of the 2009 season, his 14th at the Sydney Swans, having played 223 games and kicked 51 goals.
Jared leaves the game proud of his football achievements, but equally proud of the role football has allowed him to play in the community.
The AFL Foundation Community Leadership Award recognises player contributions to the community and charitable organisations. The award is judged by the AFL Foundation Board and the winner is presented with $10,000 to donate to his chosen charity.
OCF is the official charity partner of the Sydney Swans.
