Friends, supporters, and fellow football Enthusiasts,

We are reaching out to you with a heartfelt request seeking your support for a young talented footballer, Adrian Pini, who has been selected to represent Australia as a part of the U18's Australian School Boys football team in an upcoming tour of the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland in Jan/Feb 2024.

Adrian's journey on the path to this exciting opportunity is inspired by his unwavering dedication, passion for the beautiful game, and a loving legacy to his most influential football mentor, his father, who he recently loss to illness.

Adrian is currently a year 12 student at Bossley Park High School, where he is an integral part of the Talented Football Program. Over the past 7 seasons, he has developed his skills at the Sydney FC academy, progressing through the ranks from U13's to U20's.

His determination has seen him proudly represent his school and state at numerous state and national championships. As well as being part of the Australian U16's Joey's training camp in 2020 and currently, on the Australian U20's men extended squad monitoring list, a testament to his skills and commitment to the game.

In recognition of his dedication, not only to the sport but also to his community, Adrian was awarded the Rising Star award by Bossley Park High School and the 2022 Sport Achiever of the Year Award by the Mayor of Fairfield City Council.

Now, as a member of the Australian U18's School Boys team, Adrian has the opportunity to represent Australia on an international stage. He has been selected for the tour of the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, following a rigorous selection process that involved competing in various All School tournaments, concluding with the U19's Interstate Tournament in early September as champions. Many talented players who embarked on similar journeys in the past have used this platform to further their careers in the world of football.

But to make this trip possible he needs your support, as the costs associated with such a tour, including travel, accommodation, training facilities, uniforms, nutrition and other essential needs are substantial. This is where we kindly ask for your support, your generosity and your love for the game.

Your kind donations will go directly towards covering the tour-related costs. No donation is too small or too large – every contribution will make a meaningful impact. Thank you for your generosity and belief in the future of Australian football.

Please share within your community, and among your friends and family.