LAURIETON’S Jack Wilson travelled this week to Sydney to represent the Under 15s NSW Combined Catholic Colleges (NSWCCC) Country Development Rugby League Team.
From 7-11 July the NSWCCC team is engaging in a series of games against prominent teams including the Newcastle Knights, Wests Tigers and Penrith Panthers development squads.
Players also observed NRL training sessions and watched the State of Origin decider.
The NSWCCC is the main sporting body for Catholic secondary schools in NSW.
It provides a structured pathway for students like Jack to progress from school-based competitions to broader representative levels.
Jack was one of only three North Coast players named in the Country team after gaining the attention of selectors during the Combined Catholic Colleges trials held in Penrith earlier this year.
Rocky Mann and Tobias Rowladt were the other North Coast selections, with the remaining players hailing from rural regions across NSW.
A talented multi-sport athlete, Jack excels in rugby league, rugby union, AFL and athletics.
Jack’s parents, Maria and Matt Wilson, spoke with pride when reflecting on their son’s achievements.
“We love watching Jack play and working towards his goals,” said Maria.
“Jack has kept an eye on Blake Steep’s career, being a fellow St Joseph’s Laurieton boy.
“It has given him hope that boys from the country can make it in the big time.
“He has been extremely fortunate to have great support from both his coaches and teachers and he is hoping to be offered a sporting scholarship in Sydney so he can keep playing as much footy as possible.”
By Kim AMBROSE
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