Legends Game for prostate cancer set to return to Seven – Hodge, Riewoldt, Rioli and Ablett Jr headline match on Seven and 7plus.
After a six-year hiatus, the iconic Legends Game returns bigger, bolder and more legendary than ever on Thursday 28 August at Marvel Stadium, live and free on Seven and 7plus Sport.
Showcasing past AFL greats and fan favourites, the much-anticipated state of origin clash between Victoria and the All Stars carries the legacy of football legend E.J Whitten, who passed away from prostate cancer 30 years ago.
The fan-focussed feature event aims to raise much needed awareness and funds for prostate cancer through the Australian Prostate Centre, a world-class prostate cancer hub that brings together the best in care, treatments and collaborative research for Australian men and their families.
Leading Victoria as Captain is 7AFL Expert Commentator and Hawthorn legend, Luke Hodge, while AFL great and former 7NEWS Melbourne Sport Presenter, Tim Watson, will take the reins as Coach.
Representing the All Stars as Captain is 7AFL Expert Commentator and St Kilda great Nick Riewoldt, with Hawthorn icon and Seven’s House of Wellness co-host Shane Crawford set to Coach.
At a media launch event held in Melbourne today, both teams’ captains and coaches revealed their superstar number 1 draft picks for the match – Gary Ablett Jnr for the Vics and Cyril Riolifor the All Stars.
Seven Network Head of AFL and Sport Innovation, Gary O’Keeffe, said the return of the Legends Game will be a highlight on the AFL calendar, and offers ample entertainment for viewers.
“We are thrilled to see this iconic event return and for footy fans to be able to watch all the action live and free on Seven and 7plus Sport,”
– he said.
“To see a host of popular personalities, and AFL legends including our own Luke Hodge and Nick Riewoldt come out of retirement for such a great cause is important and will make for exciting viewing.”
Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Aussie men, with one in five estimated to be diagnosed in their lifetime. Funds raised through match will help support patient care and vital research collaborations at the Australian Prostate Centre.
SEN Chief Executive Officer, Craig Hutchison, added his organisation was proud to play a part in supporting such an important cause and iconic match.
“We’re incredibly proud to partner with the Australian Prostate Centre to bring back one of the most cherished nights on the footy calendar. With the support of the AFL, the Seven Network and our production team at Rainmaker, we’re set to deliver a spectacular event that entertains and inspires. And there’s some amazing further player announcements to come in coming weeks,”
– he said.
The Australian Prostate Centre is part of the RULE Prostate Cancer not-for-profit charity. For more information or to donate. please visit www.legendsgame.com.au
Legends Game for prostate cancer – Thursday 28 August, 7.00pm AEST live on Seven and 7plus Sport
Media Release – Seven
Link to 7plus HERE
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Legends Game for prostate cancer set to return to Seven
