Essendon and Geelong will hold the 10th edition of the annual ‘Country Game’ clash at the MCG this Saturday afternoon.
Since 2016, the two clubs have come together to acknowledge the contribution of regional communities to Australian society and highlight the significant contribution of country people to Australian Rules football.
This year’s theme, Bush to the Burbs will celebrate the contribution of country footy to our great game with gameday activations at the MCG.
With 15 players from country and regional areas across Australia on its AFL list, there is much to celebrate with the level of country talent that have joined the Bombers over the years, including Captain Zach Merrett (Cobden), Sam Durham (Seymour) and Jye Caldwell (Bendigo).
Zach Merrett (Cobden)
Sam Durham (Seymour)
Darcy Parish (Winchelsea)
Jye Caldwell (Bendigo)
Ben Hobbs (Horsham)
Will Setterfield (Albury)
Mason Redman (Millicent)
Xavier Duursma (Foster)
Zach Reid (Wonthaggi)
Ben McKay (Warragul)
Alwyn Davey Jnr (Palmerston)
Angus Clarke (East Gambier)
Rhys Unwin (Cobden)
Archer Day-wicks (Bendigo)
Luamon Lual (Warrnambool)
The Country Game clash against the Cats is the perfect timeslot for the whole family, with first bounce at 4:15pm AEST.
There will be several activities happening around the MCG concourse, including a ‘Bomber Kids’ pop-up tent which will include games, music, face painting and a visit from much loved Skeeta & Sky.
Dutton’s mini golf putting challenge is back, and Fujtsu will be onsite with inflatables, cash grab, and spin to win.
Thanks to McDonalds, the Bombers are hosting a ‘Country Game Bus Tour’ which will transport fans to the ‘G from country towns around Victoria.
Fans attending the ‘Country Game Bus Tour’ will receive a free McCafe coffee prior to leaving their designated McDonalds.
Fans can register to receive bus transportation from the following McDonalds:
Bendigo (McDonalds Strath Village)
Ballarat (McDonalds Wendouree)
Shepparton (McDonalds Shepparton South)
Echuca (McDonalds Echuca)
Morewell (McDonalds Morwell)
Lock in and reserve a seat on the ‘Country Game Bus Tour’ here.
The Country Game will again see the inaugural Tom Wills Award presented post-game to the player who is deemed best-on-ground.
The Bomber faithful are encouraged to get to the match earlier and soak up all the pre-game festivities, MCC Gates open 2:00pm, General Public open 2:30pm.
Tickets for the Round 14 Country Game vs. Geelong can be purchased here.
