Come and Try 'Score Sharks' event a huge hit

Author: Sharks Media
Timestamp: Wed 3 Apr 2024, 02:04 PM

Last Wednesday, more than 40 people with disability converged on PointsBet Stadium for the first Come and Try 'Score Sharks' event.

Supported by Equal Access Program Lead and NRLW star Emma Tonegato, along with fellow Sharks players Tom Hazelton, Dan Atkinson, Max Bradbury, Jada Taylor and Quincy Dodd, the participants were given a sample of an exciting initiative.

Run in partnership with The Disability Trust as an NDIS-funded Sport and Recreation program, the club are proud to have established Score Sharks – a new all-inclusive modified rugby league team for people aged 16 and over.

Score Sharks will train each week during the school term, starting on Wednesday May 1, with squad members able to build their footy and social skills in a fun, safe environment. Sharks NRL and NRLW players will attend some sessions.

Last week's Come and Try event provided attendees an opportunity to participate in drills, a game and even sing 'Up Up Cronulla' on the field.

The Disability Trust staff were present to answer questions and ensure all went smoothly while NRL Game Development Officers were on hand to assist with the drills.

"We are so excited for Score Sharks to kick off and hope to see plenty of familiar faces from the Come and Try day at the first training session," Tonegato said.

"All the participants had a ball and we expect they'll thrive in a team environment. Our aim is to build Score Sharks over the next few years with the goal of playing against Score Raiders and Score Dragons before NRL matches.

"We also have a special surprise in Week 10 of our program – don't miss out!"