The annual Savvas Koureas Cup, a friendly football match held in memory of the late Bentleigh Greens president, will once again grace the pitch at Kingston Heath Soccer Complex.
This year’s edition, now in its second year, is set to take place on Wednesday, January 22, at 7pm with an interesting match between the Greens and the Oakleigh Cannons.
Savvas Koureas, a founding father of Bentleigh Greens, passed away in November 2023 at the age of 78. More than just a president, Koureas was the heart and soul of the club, guiding it through its formative years with unwavering dedication and integrity.
“In Savva we had a kind and generous man, who also applied tireless leadership to the task of growing a young club from 1989 onwards,” recalls Ray Georgiou, former Bentleigh Greens Chairman.
Koureas’s leadership saw the club rise through the divisions, culminating in their promotion to the Victorian Premier League in 1996.
Beyond his role as president, Koureas was a driving force behind the club’s development, championing good coaching, strong teams, and a welcoming environment for all.
He was instrumental in securing the club’s current home at Kingston Heath Soccer Complex, a testament to his vision and commitment to creating a lasting legacy.
“In all the years I worked with him he never asked for anything for himself. He was all about giving to his club and his community,” Georgiou adds.
