Players from the West Tigers headed back to the classroom to teach students about respect, belonging and celebrating differences. 

The school visits were done as part of the Community Carnival, and the focus for 2017 was NRL Respect.

NRL Respect aimed to provide an interactive learning experience that empowered young people on the values that make a successful team, group, or community. 

West Tigers player Jacob Little attended Moss Vale High School and said he hoped students learnt a little bit about how to treat each other. 

“Inclusion is a big thing in today’s society, particularly with teams and school life, so I hope we could promote respectful behaviours with the kids,” he said. 

After the school visits, players headed to Community Oval to host a come and try clinic for young players. 

Budding rugby league players had the chance to practice their kicking and passing skills with the Tigers, whilst also learning a little bit more about the respect theme. 

Wests Tigers player Tim Grant said the team really enjoyed visiting the young fans and junior players.

“Not only is it a great way to give back to all the footy fans out there, but it’s also an important opportunity to teach the next generation of kids to be inclusive and respectful both on and off the field,” he said. 

Highlands junior rugby league clubs were also at the clinic taking registrations.