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Earlwood Wanderers bask in incredible season

BACKED up by the strength of family and teamwork, Earlwood Under 21/1 Men’s team has topped off an incredible season, finishing as 2023 Football NSW Champions and Champions U21/1 quarter-finalists and FNSW State Cup runners-up.

Tatsis family – mum Eleni, Christos, Jim and Pauli.

The Earlwood Wanderers FC (EWFC) community extend their congratulations to Jim, Christos and Apostolos (Pauli) Tatsis for their outstanding contributions to the club over many years, including the amazing FNSW Champions of Champions run of the U21/1 Men’s team in 2023.
EWFC President Tamara Mulroney says the Tatsis family embody what community football is all about.
“Congratulations to Jim, Christos and Pauli who enjoyed success as 2017 and 2023 FNSW State Cup runners Up, 2011 and 2016 FNSW State Cup winners, 2011 and 2019 FNSW Champion of Champions winners, along with multiple local competition wins, State quarter-finalist appearances and Kanga Cup successes,” she said.
“Their roles as players, managers and coaches have set an inspiring example for our entire local football community, especially our volunteers and players.”
The EWFC U21/1 team and the two Tatsis brothers, older brother Christos (co-coach) and younger Pauli (player), have taken part in their final NSW State level game in the U21 category and will now move into an All-Age group in 2024.
“Thank you for your being such great role models as players, managers and coaches,” Mulroney said.
“Your passion, dedication and support are what make our club great and together, we can create even more unforgettable moments in the seasons to come.”