Riverina Bluebell Cup 2024

On Saturday July 6 The Riverina Bluebell Cup will be contested in both 

Riverina and Farrer leagues. In the RFL Coolamon and Collingullie 

Ashmont will face off again and in the Farrer League North Wagga and 

Rivcoll will do battle. For those who don't know Riverina Bluebell is a 

locally based fully volunteer mental health awareness organisation. The 

Riverina Bluebell Cup has been played for in both leagues for a number 

of years and has been contested by a number of different clubs. The 

format is that all points scored by all football and netball teams are 

added and the club with the highest aggregate takes home the cup. By 

using this format all players from the youngest juniors through to the 

seniors all contribute for their club.

The club environment is a great thing for the mental health of those 

involved, not just players but also officials and supporters as it gives 

people a distraction from the grind of daily life and a sense of 

belonging. There is a tribal aspect when you have competition between 

clubs and their respective towns which reinforces that sense of 

belonging which is a critical aspect of mental wellbeing.

On Our Riverina Bluebell merchandise you will see the phrase "You are 

not alone" which is something to remember at all times especially if you 

are struggling with your mental health. Being involved in a team or club 

highlights this as each member has to work toward the same goal (no pun 

intended). If we look out for each other both on and off the field we 

will enhance the club and life experience and maybe avert any potential 

tragedies.

We at Riverina Bluebell wish all those involved the best of luck on the 

day, we will have representatives at each match so feel free to talk to 

us on the day.

Riverina Bluebell "Saving lives through conversation"

Steve Matthews

Chairman/ Riverina Bluebell