THE NRL HOGS Footy Clinic is coming to Moree for an afternoon of fun, skills development and inspiration for young rugby league players from across the region.

The popular grassroots initiative, now in its 15th year, is supported by the NRL and HOGS – the Harley Owners Group – and will be at Boughton Oval on Monday, February 9 between 4.30pm and 5.30pm.

Led by rugby league greats Brad Fittler, Greg Inglis, Yasmin Clydsdale and Olivia Higgins, the free clinic for boys and girls aged three years to 18 years, will provide Moree youth with a rare opportunity to learn directly from experienced coaches and former professional players.

NRL CEO Andrew Abdo said Brad Fittler was the perfect fit for the HOGS Footy Clinic.

“Having made his NRL debut while still at high school, Brad knows and loves rugby league. But more than that, he knows and loves community,” Abdo said.

“Brad inspires thousands of kids and fans across the country.”

Fittler said the HOGS tour across Australia each year is a seasonal highlight.

“The tour has always allowed me to see the health of rugby league in the bush and provides us with a great opportunity to give back to those that support our great game,” Fittler said.

Brad Fittler will roar into Moree on February 9 with the NRL HOGS Footy Clinic, a grassroots initiative providing a rare opportunity to learn directly from experienced coaches and former professional players.

Moree Giants Junior Rugby League Club president Steve Cory said the HOGS Footy Clinic aims to encourage participation in the game of rugby league while promoting healthy lifestyles, teamwork and confidence among kids.

“The clinic is free to everyone – no cost at all – but people have to jump on a link and register their attendance,” Cory said.

“This is a great thing for our club, and it’s great that it’s open to everyone who would like to come along.

“The afternoon will start at 4.30pm and run for about an hour,” he said.

Cory said the clinic will focus on fundamental rugby league skills such as passing, tackling, running lines and game awareness, while also emphasising respect, sportsmanship and enjoyment of the game.

Designed to cater for players of varying ages and abilities, the clinic is expected to draw strong interest from local clubs, schools and families.

Cory encourages parents and players to get involved, with the clinic offering a safe and supportive environment for children to build skills, confidence and friendships.

“There will be a barbecue afterwards and we’d love to see the community get behind the clinic and come down to Boughton Oval and support the kids,” he said.

Kids can register for the clinic at www.playrugbyleague.com/hogs

More information as it comes to hand available on Facebook at Play Rugby League North West NSW or Moree Junior Rugby League.