Griffith sport lovers are in for a treat this weekend with a range of top class events added to the usual fixtures.
The ACT Brumbies and NSW Waratahs will battle it out in a pre-season trial at the Exies Oval on Saturday, 4 February 2023 from 4pm.
The historic game in Griffith will be the first time the Brumbies have played at Exies Sports Club, the trial against the Waratahs doubling as Stephen Larkham's side's first look at their round one opposition, with Scott Fava taking charge of his first game as Super W head coach against the South Australian Black Falcons. Residents are invited down to Kooyoo Street on Friday, 3 February 2023 from 5pm to 6pm to meet the players.
For those who prefer their sport poolside, the Speedo Sprint and Southern Inland Swimming Association Championships, attracting swimmers from as far as Wagga and Tumut, will take place on Saturday, 4 February and Sunday, 5 February at the Griffith Regional Aquatic Leisure Centre.
The Griffith Regional Sports Centre will also be a hive of activity over the two days, with the Little Athletics Region 4 Championships held. Around 850 athletes made up of 32 clubs will compete from East and Western Riverina, Mid-South Coast and South Coast Highlands. The first two place-getters in each event will progress to State competition.
Basketball fans won't miss out either when the region's best representative junior players and officials come together on Saturday 4 February for a Gala Day in preparation for the first round of Basketball NSW Western Junior League for 2023. Athletes from Leeton, Narrandera and West Wyalong are expected to attend.
Griffith City Council Mayor, Doug Curran said: "It is great to see Griffith recognised as a place to hold significant sporting events such as these.
"The Brumbies Rugby Roadshow is a wonderful opportunity for our community, including school children to be exposed to elite athletes," he said.
"It's going to be a massive weekend in Griffith. Accommodation has been booked out for weeks. "Having so many people visit for these events not only helps raise the profile of Griffith but boosts our economy. Accommodation, clubs, pubs, restaurants and retailers are all set to benefit.
"I want to welcome all of the visiting competitors and wish everyone the very best for a top weekend of sport."
