They'll be getting together from 10.30am at the Westend Sports Stadium for a friendly game of lifeball - a relaxed, slower-paced version of netball ideal for older people.

It's organised by Val Power who, at the tender age of 79, is one of the youngest spring chickens on the Griffith Lifeball team.

She still has a spring in her step and a twinkle in her eye, which can be attributed to her active lifestyle and close network of friends she's made through lifeball.

"We've all made lots of friends and we all get on so well," Mrs Power said.

"We're one big happy family."

She's made friends from all over the shop, and on the day she'll be reunited with old friends from Deniliquin, Jerilderee, Albury, Temora, and West Wyalong.

Mrs Power is looking forward to making some new friends from Finley, where they've just set up their first lifeball team.

On the day there will be tea followed by a welcome breakfast and then lunch.

The Griffith team is always welcoming new players, and those interested in joining can call Griffith Lifeball president Val Power on 0457 083 250 or Chris Evans on 0448 163 044.

"Lifeball is a game of fun and friendship, so please come along to a game and try out," Mrs Power said.

"Everyone is welcome."

It's a gentle, non-contact game, and is accessible even for those with low mobility.

Lifeball has been going strong in Griffith for 19 years, and they've managed to assemble a dedicated team over that time.

The team meets every Tuesday at the Westend Sports Stadium in Merrowie Street at 9.30am, and there are friendship days scheduled once a year between the clubs.

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