Wests Tigers is auctioning all player-issued jerseys this weekend to raise funds for the club’s Matchday Charity Partner, Legacy.
The team will wear a special commemorative jersey for its ANZAC Round match against Manly Warringah Sea Eagles at Campbelltown Sports Stadium on Sunday.
All profits from the jersey auction will be donated to Legacy in its centenary year, marking 100 years of supporting veterans’ families.
Members and fans who would like to place an online bid can do so as of 4pm on Tuesday 18th April, up until 23:59pm on Wednesday 26th April when bidding closes.
The starting bid and reserve price for each jersey is $300, with additional shipping charges to be added to each successful bid.
Wests Tigers Community Manager, Keehan Diamond says the club is delighted to support its matchday charity partner, Legacy.
“Legacy does so much wonderful work in the community, not just around ANZAC Day, but for 12 months of the year,” said Diamond.
This is a great opportunity for our members and fans to show their appreciation and support for Legacy.
Keehan Diamond
“This gesture is one of many Wests Tigers initiatives to commemorate ANZAC Round.
“Together with the Sea Eagles, we will make Sunday’s event a day of respect, honour and gratitude.”
“We are delighted to partner with the Wests Tigers for a third straight year and particularly the year of Legacy's centenary,” said Legatee and Acting Secretary of Sydney Legacy Club, Ian Thompson.
For 100 years, Legacy has supported the partners and children of veterans who gave their lives or health serving our country.
Ian Thompson Legatee
“Our work can mean a child gets an education and a fair go, a widow is not disadvantaged and alone, and a family is not torn apart by the effects of physical and psychological injuries.
“By teaming up with an organisation such as the Wests Tigers, we can continue to raise awareness for what's important.
“The ANZAC Round jersey auction is a wonderful initiative, and we thank Wests Tigers members and fans in advance for their generosity.”
Anzac Day Key Messages
- Legacy was founded on the promise made by one digger to his mate in the trenches of WWI, to look after his family. This became known as ‘The Promise’
- Australia-wide, Legacy’s 45 clubs support 40,000 partners, children, and dependants of veterans who have passed away or been mentally or physically injured as a result of their service.
- This Anzac Day, as we pay homage to our veterans, both past and present, Legacy is reminding the community to think of the families of veterans who have lost their lives or health in service to our nation.
- Leading up to and on Anzac Day, Legacy is distributing rosemary to the public as a symbol of remembrance.
- You can help keep the promise, at www.legacy.com.au/anzac-day-2023
