Playing a starring role in inclusive sport

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• More than 400 young people with disabilities have taken part in sport through the Geelong All Abilities Sports Club in its first two years. Also known as Geelong Stars, the club offers inclusive programs in many sports, from Australian rules football to boxing and cycling.
• Founder Scott Smith said the focus is on participation rather than competition. Programs run over three weeks in small groups, and the club now has sections for children aged five to 12 and teenagers aged 12 to 18.
• Smith said the programs have helped many participants make friends and feel more confident.