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An inclusive and active place where both Muslim and non-Muslim Victorians can connect through sport.
The Aspire Sports Centre will convert the Coburg Moreland Bowls Club site into a permanent home for the Bachar Houli Foundation and the Aspire College of Sport.
The Aspire College of Sport (ASC) will be a high-performance college designed for aspiring athletes to pursue excellence in both their sporting and academic journeys.
The project will have a new main school campus including 12 new flexible use classrooms, a breakout area for students, staff administrative facilities, separate toilet facilities for staff and students, and dedicated access to sports facilities such as a high-performance gym, two indoor courts and brand new changerooms.
Outside of school hours, the facility will be used by local community and sporting clubs, with a focus on enabling Muslim women and girls’ participation in sport by providing a culturally safe and welcoming space. This will include having dedicated times and spaces for all women’s sport, recreation activities and programs.
Home of the Bachar Houli Foundation programs and academies
First of its kind Year 7-12 High-Performance Islamic Sports College
After hours community sports facility, with select days for exclusive female usage
About the Bachar Houli Foundation
The Bachar Houli Foundation is dedicated to empowering young Australians, particularly those from Muslim and culturally diverse backgrounds, through education, leadership, and sport. Founded by former AFL player Bachar Houli, the Foundation aims to inspire the next generation of leaders by providing opportunities for personal development and community engagement. The Foundation engages over 10,000 young people annually.
About the Aspire College of Sport
The Aspire College of Sport (ACS) will be a high-performance college designed for aspiring athletes to pursue excellence in both their sporting and academic journeys. Through elite coaching, industry-leading facilities and a holistic approach to athlete development, ACS will provide students with the opportunity to reach their full potential on and off the field. The ACS will be powered by the Bachar Houli Foundation, and will develop the next generation of athletes, leaders and role models by combining high-performance sport with a supportive, values-driven educational environment and framework.
