“The PFA Heroes program was of great benefit to the students who participated.  Several teachers commented that the behaviour and attitude of some of the “difficult” students involved had improved as the program progressed.  The program helps develop a level of engagement in students who would otherwise become more disconnected from the school. It allowed the students to take some initiative, as well as develop their leadership skills.  It also gave the students a sense of accomplishment, and gave meaning to a lot of hat was covered in the lessons.” Anthony Fiorello - Keysborough Secondary College

“Our students had a fantastic rapport with the mentors-a highlight for them all! The PFA team was great to work with and very supportive. It gave kds a sense of leadership, responsibility and school pride.  It was great for their confidence.” Erin Sartori - John Fawkner College

 "The PFA HEROES program is so much fun. We learnt skills from our mentor and they also learnt from us.” Khor Gatluak - Keysborough Secondary College

 “It was rewarding to see how much the students benefit from the program. It was a good way to give back and to pass on some of our experiences” Matthew Kemp – Socceroo & Melbourne Victory star

“It broadens your outlook as a professional player to see the joy that you can bring to kids.” Grant Brebner - Melbourne Victory star

“I learnt a lot about myself and interacting with younger people.” Glen Moss - New Zealand international & Melbourne Victory star

“It makes you feel good to make the kids happy and give them some hope.” Mitch Langerak– Socceroo & Melbourne Victory star

“The program is a great way to get into the public sector and show kids you care about them. You also learn and develop skills in how to work with groups.” Rodrigo Vargas – Socceroo & Melbourne Victory star

“Involvement in the community and young kids through this program sends a positive and lasting message.” Evan Berger - Melbourne Victory star

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“The Four Diegos’ — apart from having a marvelous title, screaming out for a program — is a real innovation.Other than Nine’s ‘Footy Show’, no other outlet combines, so seamlessly, sport (in this case the ‘World Game’, soccer) with humour and a real working knowledge of the game. Appearing on it is a delight — fun, informative and a great vehicle for a great game.‘The Four Diegos’ deserve wider commercial exposure. The timing for such a move is perfect ! Get on it now !!  George Negus – Media personality

“I had a great time being 'Grilled' by the Diegos. The best program in the world!" Santo Cilauro – TV celebrity

‘Fun’ Mark Bosnich – former Australian football star

‘Absolutely Fantastic’ Dwight Yorke – English football star

‘Fan-tastic’ Martin Tyler – World’s best football commentator

‘Absolutely sensational’ Tracey Holmes – TV celebrity

‘The best soccer show on Australian radio’  Robbie Slater – Aussie soccer legend

‘Inspiring' Craig Johnston – Aussie soccer legend

'The best soccer show in the southern hemisphere' Paul Wade – Aussie soccer legend

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‘I teach here in Sydney and I have a small high school class of kids who have different special needs — Downs Syndrome; some on the autism spectrum; and others with mild to moderate disabilities — and we are using the CricKids Ashes Challenge program right now. 

First of all, we all want to tell you that we love it! We have even visited the Ashes Exhibition at the Museum of Sydney and we feel that we have seen something that’s pretty special.

We also want to send a big thank you to the people who put the CricKids Ashes Challenge together.  The student journal is brilliant — full of a variety of activities for the diverse range of kids in our class.  We are all finding lots to do and we’re having fun doing it.  It’s brilliant.’

Thanks again, guys.

Dan Knowles – Moriah High School, NSW

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"Last week I attended one of the pilot programs in Canberra. How impressed was I with the organisation, operation and commitment of the students participating in the program? Frankly, in my 13 years in PR and marketing I have rarely seen such enthusiasm from kids, parents and teachers. It was a "money can't buy experience" for both Cricket Australia and the department. You simply could not "buy" the authenticity and credibility that our collective messages received, summed up so eloquently by the Principal at the end of the day." Bob Crawshaw, Media Consultant, Harmony Day 2007 – Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs

‘We’ve asked prominent high profile educationalists throughout Australia for their feedback on the resource and they universally agreed that it was the best educational resource that they had seen’. Damian Bown manager – Game Development Cricket Australia on the CricKids Playing in Harmony resource

‘Everyone I’ve shown the teachers handbook to is very impressed — reckon you’ve got a sure fire winner!’  Dan Rogers – Embleton PS, WA

‘Thanks again for a fantastic professional development day down in Melbourne. Much appreciated and well organised.  It is a fantastic program to be affiliated with.’ Ash Brettell – Majura Primary, ACT

‘Congratulations again on a great launch of the program last Friday.  It is a cracker. Torquay Primary School will run this program with its Year 3,4,5,6 children.’ Gavin Nelson – Torquay PS, VIC

‘Thanks for the PD day, it was great.  Well done cricket for having good ideas and following them through’ Kevin Meacock – Durack State School, QLD

‘Thank you once again for simply the best PD day that I have attended — you and your team are a credit to Australian Cricket. I just hope I can meet the high standard you have set us ...... we would hate to let the Crickids team down’ Campbell Smith – Barker College, NSW

‘The resource looks amazing!  The kids went NUTS when they got their workbooks. One girl in Year 7 said, and I quote..... "This is the best book I've ever got at school. It’s cool!’ Cath Sandurski – St Thomas More PS, Bundaberg, QLD

"Being a cricket lover, it was easy to get excited about a program like this, but it was really the Living in Harmony components — and not the cricket — I got most satisfaction out of." Ashley Brettell – Majura Primary School ,ACT

‘Excellent program to introduce cricket. Very enjoyable. We went through the book and played cricket on the beach with another school’. Michael Travers- St Matthew's Primary School, VIC

‘My students were very engaged in the program. We ran the program over a 2 week period and had a special assembly followed by 2 cricket games being played with parents and family members joining in.’ Lynda Cargill - Fingal Head Primary School, NSW

‘The resources are beautiful. My students participated in Harmony Day and each wore an orange harmony badge, we advertised in the newsletters and on posters throughout the school and the school community, and shared with other schools and Principals. We had an orange dress day, orange flowers, candles. People made Harmony poems, and a paper chain of harmonious and happy thoughts. All school members played harmonious cricket games across year levels.’ Allison Greenway- Rollingstone State School, QLD

‘We held a Playing in Harmony cricket day that was organised by the students. They gained sponsorship for a free lunch and crunches. They also gained the support of a local cricket club to assist with the activities. We are still on the way with going through all of the resources. Teaching fair play and assisting in the prevention of bullying are major priorities for our school. This resource is an excellent starting point.’  Cathy Eddie - Buronga Public School, NSW

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‘A great concept and wonderful first series. I really hope the product evolves as it has so much merit…It was a pleasure being involved.’
Walter Zavattiero,Teacher – Ruyton Girl’s School

’The players from the U10s were so excited to be interviewed and can't wait to hear themselves on the radio. I think it's a great idea and can only see it gathering momentum during the course of time…keep it going.’ Margot Payne, Parent board member – Doncaster Rovers Junior Soccer Club

‘The players were thrilled to hear themselves on radio and interested to hear players from other clubs. It is easy to forget there are so many kids having fun out there. The varied mix seemed right to keep them listening with their limited attention span…as a parent, I found the physio and nutrition segments worthwhile and empathised with the soccer parents, whilst enjoying the enthusiasm of those involved…good luck with the program.”  Linda Ryan – Brighton Junior Soccer Club

‘I think this program has real potential.  The kids really got a buzz out of being interviewed.  I gladly endorse anything that will help to promote the best game in the world.’  Anne Crossley, Junior Coordinator – Keilor Park Soccer Club

"Congratulations. The Soccerkidz program really hits the mark. The show fills the void that many of the commercial radio and television stations are not prepared to fill, despite the increasing numbers and popularity of soccer at the grassroots level. I congratulate Football Federation Victoria for making a commitment to this great game.

The variety of segments in the program has truly represented a wide cross-section of the community that soccer has filtered through. At the same time it recognises the great work of the VIS, elite players, and coaches and is presented in an exciting and entertaining package." Michael Pichner, Director of Coaching – Green Gully Soccer Club

‘Thank you for the opportunity of the Altona City Under 14 girls Soccer Team doing a piece on your radio station, in the Soccerkidz program. I think the program is excellent and I can assure you that all the girls thought it was fantastic. Well done and keep up the good work.’ Robin Mayes, Coach – ALTONA CITY UNDER 14 GIRLS

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