The Sunshine Cowboys were thrilled by a visit last week from a pair of Melbourne Storm stars.
Tui Kamikamica and Jahrome Hughes headed to More Park in Ardeer on Tuesday for a run and a chat with the brightest rugby league talents in the west.
Tui Kamikamica who originated from Fiji said it was a great experience to get out to the grassroots and see the next generation of league stars.
“I always love coming to clinics with the kids, because I see myself growing up, having an NRL player coming to my junior club would put a smile on my face,” Kamikamica said.
Jahrome Hughes also loved the chance to chat with the juniors, and was taken aback by the growth of the code in Melbourne’s west.
“It’s good to see the coaches, kids, and parents making an effort to get out here and grow the game,” Hughes said.
“You can sort of take it for granted when you’re in our position and not really feel like you have a big impact on the kids, but you soon realise what we can do from them and the smiles we can put on their faces… It’s pretty special for us to have the opportunity to give back.
“They say it’s a big AFL state, Victoria, but I feel like rugby league is getting bigger and bigger here.”
Gerald Lynch
