Development day for Woy Woy juniors

Woy Woy Junior Rugby League Club held a development day program, joined by the West Tigers first division, premier league and SG ball teams recently.

Woy Woy Junior Rugby League Club reporter Ms Wendy Smith said: "The juniors were put through there paces by the experienced Tigers outfit, concentrating on skill based activities, goal kicking, tackling, footwork and passing drills which were all covered in a 20-minute sessions.

"Injured Tigers first division fullback, Lee Bennett impressed upon his attentive audience the importance of having fun and maintaining fitness while playing rugby league.

Coaching development office Mr David Kelly said: "This is an important part of our roster - getting together with the kids and going through some of our own training techniques.

"If there is an opportunity to develop more Benji Marshalls or even some Chris Heighingtons, then all the better.

"This is our second successful year and we hope to continue the relationship."

Development coordinator Mr John Jewiss said: "The 200 participants were run in two sessions for the mini and mod league age groups.

"The program came about from my association with Balmain Tigers and will be held annually.

"The reason behind the development day is to prepare the kids for a future in rugby league and give them the opportunity to rub shoulders with their heroes."

The West Tigers brought their 2005 Premiership Trophy with them and Woy Woy club members took the opportunity to have photographs taken with it.

Press release, May 9 Anita Uptin, Woy Woy Junior Rugby League Club