NEWCASTLE Knights players thrilled young fans with a visit to Aberdeen and Scone on Wednesday.
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Lachlan Fitzgibbon, Mickey Paea, Matt Soper-Lawyler, Jack Stockwell and Luke Yates made the trip to deliver wellbeing messages, with a particular focus on proper hydration, sleep, and encouraging a strong sense of belonging.
The visit was part of the NRL's Community Carnival initiative, which aims to educate school students on the importance of well being in communities throughout Australia and New Zealand.
As part of their visit to the Upper Hunter, the players went to Scone Grammar School, St Mary's Primary School, Scone High School, Aberdeen Public School, and St Joseph's High School Aberdeen.
Mickey Paea and Luke Yates later turned up to Scone Park and answered questions from supporters.
This year, clubs, players and ambassadors are estimated to travel more than 40,000 kms, visit over 1000 schools, and conduct up to 80 Junior League clinics.
