Community carnival a thrill for local Eels fans
Crestwood Public School students had their blue and gold pride on full display last week.
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Crestwood Public School students had their blue and gold pride on full display when Parramatta Eels stars Clint Gutherson and John Folau stopped by for a visit last week.
The pair gave a talk about the values that promote a respectful and successful team as well as posed for photos and signed autographs at the Baulkham Hills school on Thursday.
The visit was part of the Eels’ ‘Community Carnival’, where 26 players visited 73 schools over two days with the aim of developing belonging, connectedness and diversity.
Eels fans have another chance to meet their favourite players at the Blue & Gold Army Festival at Bella Vista Farm on Sunday.
The Parramatta Eels and Parramatta Eels Cheerleaders will be there on the day, along with NRL head coach Brad Arthur.
The festival will include an NRL youth clinic, a ‘Chill Out Zone’ for fans to relax and soak up the atmosphere, as well as jumping castles, face painting, rides, a petting zoo, food and drinks.
The festival will run from 3.30pm-6pm at Bella Vista Farm.
Eels members receive priority entry from 2pm-3.30pm.
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