Participation in social mixed nines football is set to soar this spring after the COVID-19 pandemic derailed regular football seasons on the Border.
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The competition, which is held at the Thurgoona Football Club, is heading into its fourth year and will commence a 10-round season on October 28.
AFL Albury-Murray development coordinator Chloe Beck said there's already been several teams sign up after registrations opened this week.
"People are just so keen to be playing sport," Beck said.
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"It's been really good to have that mix of people who have done it before and people who just want to give it a go."
Games are non-contact and will be played on Wednesday evenings starting at 6pm, with occasional Monday night matches to round out the season.
No experience is necessary and the cost is $550 per team.
Registrations for the season can be made via email to chloe.beck@afl.com.au.