LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
The Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs have kicked off 2025 with a strong focus on community involvement, making numerous contributions in the Canterbury-Bankstown area.
The NRL squad participated in the annual School Blitz, visiting 22 schools to engage with students and inspire the next generation of rugby league players.
Kurtis Morrin, a squad member, shared his excitement about visiting Campsie Public School and how his own experience as a student motivated him to pursue his goals of playing first-grade rugby league.
During Round 3, the Bulldogs met with Silktails officials and had the honor of being joined by Fijian rugby league legend Petero Civoniceva.
They presented 2025 Bulldogs gear to a local contracted player and provided training shorts to all Silktails players.
The Bulldogs trained alongside the Silktails for the week, offering valuable feedback and showcasing Bulldogs structures and fundamentals.
The collaboration between the Bulldogs and the Silktails proved to be fruitful when the Silktails secured a historic first win in the Jersey Flegg Cup competition by defeating the St.
George Illawarra Dragons with a score of 23-22 in Lautoka.
The following week, the Silktails continued their winning streak with another close victory over Newcastle.
The Bulldogs' commitment to community engagement and support for grassroots rugby league initiatives have been commendable, with their efforts not only benefiting the local area but also fostering a sense of camaraderie and mutual learning between different rugby league teams.
The positive outcomes of these interactions highlight the importance of building strong relationships within the rugby league community and working together to achieve common goals.