Legends of Football

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Did you know that the National Soccer League was played in winter? Harry was broadcasting the game on SBS and realised it could not compete with the established winter sports; rugby league, AFL and Union. In order to save the game, he lobbied prominent board member Nick Papalo (well known and successful lawyer) who in turn, managed to convince other Soccer Australia board members of the merit of Harry’s recommendation. The governing body did not have the advertising money to compete and so, the game was moved to a summer schedule. Harry’s strategic call reinvigorated the game and gave it a true national identity and life!


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