AFL Northern Territory (AFLNT) is proud to announce SunCable have recommitted as the naming rights partner for the 2024 Barkly Australian Football League season (BAFL).
SunCable’s AAPowerlink program (Australia-Asia Power Link) is situated 198 kilometres north of Tennant Creek at Powell Creek in the Barkly Region.
With the home of one of the world’s largest renewable energy projects being right in the NT's backyard, it has opened to new economic opportunities within the Barkly region in terms of investment and employment.
Managing Director for SunCable’s DarwinLink Cameron Garnsworthy said:
“SunCable is excited to be back as the naming rights partner of the Big Rivers AFL and Barkly AFL for the third year in a row.
“Every year, we see the impact these leagues have on our communities grow.
“It is great to continue to be part of a Territory institution that promotes community well-being and connection.”
BAFL Participation & Competition lead Wayne Green spoke about the upcoming 2024 season:
“We’re gearing up for a massive season with 5 teams in the Senior women grade, 7 teams in the A-grade Senior Mens and 4 teams in a newly formed Division 2 competition," He said.
“Epenarra return to the league for the first time since 2013 and will field both an A-grade SM’s (Senior Men’s) team and a Women’s team.
“Also returning after breaks are Ampilatwatja, Willowra and Canteen Creek, who will all feature in Division 2 SM (Senior Mens). Jalajirrpa make up the four Division 2 sides.
“Joining Epenarra in the SW (Senior Women’s) grade are Spitfires, Elliott, YDU & Ali Curung.
“In A-grade SM (Senior Men’s), Elliott Hawks are on the hunt for back-to-back glory, but will need to overcome the likes of Ali Curung, Eagles, Barkly Work Camp, YDU, Spitfires & Epenarra in their quest for glory.
“SunCable BAFL Season 2024 gets rolling this Saturday with a standalone Women & Girls Day. Two senior matches and an exhibition U17 Youth Girls match with gates opening at 9am.”
For the full 2024 SunCable BAFL fixture, visit PlayHQ here.
*Competition disclaimer: Game times, dates and venues are all subject to change. Please refer to Play HQ for the most up to date information throughout the season across all grades and divisions.
The 2024 SunCable BAFL begins on April 27.
