Applications are open for the Fiona McBurney Match Day Experience 2026 program.
The program aims to connect sport and disability by providing a unique experience for individuals with Down syndrome to undertake an official guest AFL trainer role for the AFL umpires on match day. You can find out more about the Fiona McBurney Match Day Experience here.
Participants must be 18 years of age and over, and should be able to:
- follow simple instructions
- be comfortable being in the care of others and being seated for the duration of a quarter
- be comfortable in loud environments.
We anticipate this to be a popular opportunity and unfortunately, not everyone will get the chance to participate. Selection will be random (pulled out of a hat!). If you are selected, we will do our best to align your experience with your favourite team.
Successful participants will be notified by DSV’s Adult Support Manager, Debby Fraumano soon after applications close. If you have any questions, please get in touch via phone on 9486 9600 or email info@dsav.asn.au.
To review available matches and express interest please fill out the form by midnight Tuesday 9 December 2025 by clicking the button below.