Josh Hannay will take his NRL squad on the road to visit one of the Titans’ most passionate regions, hosting a Northern Rivers Fan Day in Lismore on Saturday, February 7.<\/p>\n
The free, family-friendly event will give fans the opportunity to get up close with the Titans\u2019 NRL squad and coaching staff in one of the side’s final training sessions before the club’s first trial against the Dolphins, with player signings, activations and community engagement activities planned throughout the day.<\/p>\n
Held at Crozier Field in Lismore – the epicentre of a strong rugby league heartland – footy across the Northern Rivers continues to flourish with Group 1 junior participation surpassing 1700 players for the first time ever in 2025.<\/p>\n
The region has also unearthed many Titans in the club’s 19-year history; from the likes of Anthony Laffranchi and Luke O’Dwyer in Gold Coast’s foundation season to current players Jaylan De Groot, Zane Harrison and Josh Patston.<\/p>\n
Titans CEO Steve Mitchell said bringing the NRL squad to Lismore was an important part of the focus to continue strengthening the club’s connection with its community.<\/p>\n
“The Northern Rivers has always been a vital part of the Titans\u2019 community and our entire organisation is proud to be returning to Lismore to immerse ourselves with one of our most passionate regions,” he said.<\/p>\n
“Our club has deep ties to this region – from grassroots participation to diehard fans who have been with us in solidarity since the beginning in 2007 – events like this allow us to say thank you and build even stronger connections heading into the season.<\/p>\n
“I know how passionate Josh is with initiatives such as this and we want this to be a community celebration of rugby league.<\/p>\n
“Fans will be welcome to watch training and then meet the players, grab a photo or autograph and be part of the Titans journey as we prepare for an exciting new season.\u201d<\/p>\n
Lismore City Council Mayor Cr Steve Krieg is excited to welcome the Titans for their upcoming Fan Day.<\/p>\n
“Lismore is grateful to the Gold Coast Titans for the generosity of bringing a genuine NRL fan experience to our region,” he said.<\/p>\n
“This is more than a quick visit. They are training at Crozier Field and making time for a public signing session.<\/p>\n
“Having training and interactive sessions like this inspires our kids and strengthens community sport.<\/p>\n
“I encourage everyone to come along to Crozier Field on Saturday, February 7; watch the sessions, take part in the activities on the day and enjoy meeting the players.”<\/p>\n
The NRL squad will kickstart their trip to Lismore with school visits across the Northern Rivers to deliver the new Titans Try Time Tales program, ahead of a Friday night function at the Northern Rivers Hotel – owned by former Gold Coast Giant, Seagull and Chargers forward Tony Durheim.<\/p>\n