Countdown to game day
Published on 15 April 2024
The Penrith Panthers will arrive in Bathurst on Thursday 18 April ahead of the clash with the Wests Tigers at Carrington Park on Saturday 20 April, at 3pm.
Mayor Councillor Jess Jennings said it’s looking like a bumper crowd for the re-match game from 2023.
“We’ve hit 8,700 ticket sales, our best pre-game day sales to date. Accommodation occupancy rates are at 80% for the weekend and even the weather forecast is looking good.
“Our ticket sales are showing that 70 percent of sales are to fans from outside the 2795 area, so if you’re thinking about buying a ticket and you live locally, you need to get in and buy a ticket soon as we could have our biggest crowd ever this Saturday.
“Our pre-game activities are also looking good. We have more than 400 juniors registered to take part in the Play like a Panther coaching clinic brought to you by Westfund at George Park on Thursday afternoon. The Panthers squad will also hold a meet and greet with fans at Bathurst Panthers from 6.30pm.
“On Friday, the Sportsman’s Lunch will be held at Panthers Bathurst. The lunch includes a question and answer session with key Panthers personnel.
“It’s shaping up to be a great three days,” Cr Jennings said.
Game Day Schedule
12.15pm Gates Open
12.40pm Group 10 Bathurst Panthers v Lithgow Workies Wolves
3.00pm NRL Telstra Premiership, Penrith Panthers v Wests Tigers
For more information visit www.bathurstnrl.com.au
The media is invited to attend the following:
What: Play like a Panther Super Clinic
Where: George Park, Bathurst
When: Thursday 18 April, 4pm - 5.30pm. Selected players available for interview.
What: Panthers Meet & Greet
Where: Bathurst Panthers Sports Bar
When: Thursday 18 April, 6.30pm
What: Sportsman’s Lunch
Where: Bathurst Panthers
When: Friday 19 April, 1pm - 4pm
ENDS
Media contact: Therese Ryan Manager Corporate Communications P: 6333 6202 M: 0437 958 478 E: therese.ryan@bathurst.nsw.gov.au