A New Face Charity Tournament: Kicking Off for a Cause!
Well, folks, hold onto your hats and take off your sensible shoes—because on Friday, 1st November, the stage is set for a smorgasbord of lively footy action with the A New Face charity tournament! Who wouldn’t want to watch 12 teams of Under 12 whizz through a day filled with competitive spirit, fair play, and (fingers crossed) fewer injuries than your average game of rugby? Don’t worry; it’s all for a good cause—the oncology day hospital at Cottolengo Hospital in Turin will benefit from the hard-earned pennies of ticket sales. I know what you’re thinking: “But, Jimmy, how do you turn a football tournament into a charity event?” Well, mate, just look at how they do it! Some brilliant minds have figured out that with enough goals and giggles, you can fund medical equipment and help women in need! Here’s a thought: less talking, more kicking!
Kickoff Details: Get Ready for a Day of Fun
With a sweet schedule laid out like a well-crafted gag, expect kick-offs to start at a crisp 9.30 AM. That’s right, early birds, the kids will be lacing up their boots when most of us are still battling our duvet! A total of three quadrangles careening through the morning with four exciting matches in each group. And just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, we have another set of matches in the afternoon, culminating in an awards ceremony that promises to be more exciting than the last episode of a reality show. Who knew that kids having fun could also be a ticket to enhanced hospital care?
Team Groups: Let’s Talk Turkey
For those who love their football just as much as a cheeky pint, the A New Face tournament features three groups. Here’s the breakdown:
- Blue Group: Mappanese, Settimo, Lascaris, Pro Collegno
- Black Group: Rivarolese, Vanchiglia, Lucento, Volpiano Pianese
- White Group: Alpignano, Cirié, Banchette Colleretto, Nichelino Hesperia
Match Details: What a Line-Up!
For the nitty-gritty, here’s your match fixture—hope you’ve got a good coffee supply on hand! Not to steal the thunder from the brilliant minds that crafted this schedule, but the meticulous planning deserves a standing ovation or, at the very least, a round of applause:
- 9.30 AM: Mappanese vs. Settimo
- 9.30 AM: Lascaris vs. Pro Collegno
- 9.30 AM: Rivarolese vs. Vanchiglia
- 10.00 AM: Lucento vs. Volpiano Pianese
- 10.00 AM: Alpignano vs. Cirié
- 10.00 AM: Colleretto vs. Nichelino Hesperia
- 10.30 AM: Mappanese vs. Lascaris
- 10.30 AM: Settimo vs. Pro Collegno
- 10.30 AM: Rivarolese vs. Lucento
- 11.00 AM: Vanchiglia vs. Volpiano Pianese
- 11.00 AM: Alpignano vs. Banchette Colleretto
- 11.00 AM: Cirié vs. Nichelino Hesperia
- 11.30 AM: Mappanese vs. Pro Collegno
- 11.30 AM: Settimo vs. Lascaris
- 11.30 AM: Rivarolese vs. Volpiano Pianese
- 12.00 PM: Vanchiglia vs. Lucento
- 12.00 PM: Alpignano vs. Nichelino Hesperia
- 12.00 PM: Cirié vs. Banchette Colleretto
Afternoon Group Sessions: More to Love!
If you thought that was it, think again! The afternoon matches promise to kick off from 2.30 PM to 5 PM. Plenty of chances for the kids to showcase their skills, laugh, run about like loons, and, most importantly, ensure that everyone involved gets a taste of that sweet, sweet spirit of camaraderie.
Wrapping Up the Day
Now, if you’re not heading down to support these pint-sized heroes, you’re missing out—get ready to cheer, chant, and maybe even shed a tear when the winners hoist up that trophy. And let’s not forget about the awards ceremony at the end. Because what’s a day of sport without some smooth-talking related-to-the-event analogies that’ll make the sports commentators green with envy, eh? The thrill of the game, the camaraderie, the goals, and yes, the fair play—all in aid of an incredibly worthwhile cause. Join us in creating a new face of hope—one goal at a time!
So mark your calendars, folks, and let’s make some noise for A New Face charity tournament! It’s all kicking off soon, and who doesn’t want to witness some heartwarming fun while making a difference along the way?
UNDER 12 – On Friday, November 1st, the vibrant sports facility on via Biaune will proudly welcome 12 enthusiastic teams from the Under 12 category, representing the 2013 season. This exciting day is not just about competition; it promises to be a delightful celebration of fair play, camaraderie, and fun. Importantly, all proceeds raised during this event will go directly towards enhancing the oncology day hospital project at the Cottolengo hospital in Turin, demonstrating a profound commitment to supporting those in need.
Building on the remarkable success of its inaugural year, the Cirié club is once again orchestrating the much-anticipated charity tournament titled “A New Face.” Funds generated from this tournament will significantly contribute to the ongoing project dedicated to the oncology day hospital at the esteemed Cottolengo hospital in Turin. The previous edition, held amid the chilly weather of mid-December, saw an outpouring of generosity from spectators, which enabled the procurement of crucial medical equipment, furnishings, and comfort items for the hospital. This year’s event aims to further amplify support for women undergoing hospitalization, while simultaneously reinforcing the club’s cherished values of fun, entertainment, fair play, and the thrill of many goals scored on the beloved Cirié playing fields.
The eagerly awaited tournament is scheduled for Friday, November 1st, with the sports facility on via Biaune serving as the backdrop for a lively day filled with football action. The agenda features three matches in the morning, kicking off at 9:30 AM, followed by an equal number of matches in the afternoon, organized based on the morning results. The final matches are set to commence at 5 PM, culminating in an awards ceremony that will celebrate all participants’ efforts and achievements.
“A NEW FACE” TOURNAMENT
Blue Group: Mappanese, Settimo, Lascaris, Pro Collegno
Black Group: Rivarolese, Vanchiglia, Lucento, Volpiano Pianese
White Group: Alpignano, Cirié, Banchette Colleretto, Nichelino Hesperia
9.30 Mappanese-Settimo
9.30 Lascaris-Pro Collegno
9.30 Rivarolese-Vanchiglia
10.00 Lucento-Volpiano Pianese
10.00 Alpignano-Cirié
10.00 Colleretto-Nichelino Hesperia
10.30 Mappanese-Lascaris
10.30 Settimo-Pro Collegno
10.30 Rivarolese-Luccento
11.00 Vanchiglia-Volpiano Pianese
11.00 Alpignano-Banchette Colleretto
11.00 Cirié-Nichelino Hesperia
11.30 Mappanese-Pro Collegno
11.30 Settimo-Lascaris
11.30 Rivarolese-Volpiano Pianese
12.00 Vanchiglia-Lucento
12.00 Alpignano-Nichelino Hesperia
12.00 Cirié-Banchette Colleretto
Afternoon groups: from 2.30 PM to 5 PM