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Sports Direct Partners with the EDFL and opens Broadmeadows Store

30% off for EDFL members, meet Isaac Kako & more.


The Essendon District Football League is proud to announce a new partnership with Sports Direct Australia, a multi-brand sports retailer, in a deal that will see the Sports Direct Broadmeadows Central store become the league’s official destination for sporting equipment, footwear, sportswear and accessories.

Starting with this weekend’s Grand Opening event, EDFL members will gain access to exclusive deals, starting with a 30% discount. This offer is available on all full-priced items in store until 30 September 2026*.

From 9am this Saturday 12 September, EDFL families will have the opportunity to be some of the first to experience the new store, while also having the chance to receive a $100 store voucher and goodie bags, meet EDFL homegrown star Isaac Kako, and get their own personal trading card printed.

Over the next 12 months, Sports Direct’s Broadmeadows location will host a range of dedicated club evenings and events, offering teams and families a wide range of sports and lifestyle products, including big brands such as Nike, Adidas, ASICS, HOKA and more, at great value.

In a further display of support for the people who make grassroots football possible, Sports Direct will be the presenting partner of the EDFL’s Volunteer of the Month award in the 2027 season, providing a $100 voucher for each winner during the season.

EDFL’s newest partner will also introduce an interactive bracket predictor challenge for the next season, giving fans the chance to predict the outcome of the league’s Finals Series and win a $500 voucher.

(Present this voucher at the counter to receive 30% off on full-priced items*)

EDFL CEO, Andrew Johnston, said: “It’s fantastic to welcome Sports Direct to the EDFL.

“They are passionate about the power of community sport, and we believe this partnership will give our clubs and players access to a quality range of sports kit, and allow us to continue to champion the impact club volunteers have on the thousands of players who play footy in the EDFL.”

For more details on Sports Direct Australia, visit sportsdirect.com.au or follow @sportsdirectaustralia on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook.

Sports Direct Broadmeadows Grand Opening Event
Saturday 12 September from 9am
(First 50 customers in line will receive a goodie bag + $100 Store Voucher, with the next 250 receiving a $50 Store Voucher)

9am: Ribbon Cutting & Doors Open
10am – 11am: AFL’s Issac Kako Meet & Greet
11am – 2pm: Personalised Trading Card Printing
*Terms & Conditions apply

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