Over 250 people of all-abilities came down to Mineral Resources Park on Saturday to participate in several inclusive football activities.

The West Coast Eagles partnered with Starkick, the All-Abilities Football Association and the Perth Football League to provide kids with both physical and intellectual disabilities an opportunity to give footy a go.

The event began with various football activations for kids of all ages to participate in before an exhibition match between two teams of players from the All-Abilities Football League.

The Come and Try Day aimed at getting more juniors enrolled in football programs and promoting the diversity of football in Western Australia.

Starkick Coordinator Rob Geersen said the event assists to create a sense of belonging and inclusion through community sport by giving people of all-abilities the confidence that they too can play footy.

“In Starkick we follow a very simple mantra; If you want to play, we will find a way, and today’s event in partnership with the West Coast Eagles was a great opportunity to welcome families in what for many was the first time they had ever played or been involved in football,” Geersen said.

“We try to not focus on a child’s disability, but rather we aim to offer whatever support is needed so every child can be involved and most importantly, have fun playing footy.”

The event was attended by both past and present West Coast Eagles players with AFLW’s Bella Lewis, Eleanor Hartill, Emily Elkington, Lauren Wakfer, Jessica Sedunary and Krstel Petrevski assisting in drills on the day.

Former Eagles Premiership player David Wirrpanda also made an appearance to show his support, along with WAFL Captain Jackson Nelson and teammate Alec Waterman.

West Coast Eagles CEO Trevor Nisbett said the event was another fantastic initiative between the club and the West Australian Football Commission.

“Our members take great pride in the support we give to Starkick and to all-abilities throughout the year,” Nisbett said.

“We are absolutely thrilled that we can put on a day like today and provide with the West Australian Football Commission an opportunity for a lot of kids to participate in our great game.”

“We would like to think that our game is available to everyone, and I think today is an acknowledgement of that.”