Ampol has opened applications across NSW, Queensland and South Australia to win a “once-in-a-lifetime” experience to play in the 2023 Ampol Little Origin series.
Ampol Little Origin sees Year 5 and Year 6 students from 10 schools win the chance to play on one of the biggest stages in Australian sport during half-time throughout the NRL Ampol State of Origin and Women’s State of Origin series.
Queensland NRL “legend” and Ampol Little Origin ambassador Sam Thaiday will help the winning schools prepare for their Origin showdown by hosting a special training session alongside other icons of the game before the students don their Maroons or Blues jersey.
The winning schools will also receive a $5000 grant to aid their school’s rugby league program.
Mr Thaiday says it’s a privilege to help develop the rugby league stars of tomorrow through the Ampol Little Origin series.
“Running on to the field and playing in front of a huge crowd is an exhilarating feeling that these students will experience with their peers and remember for life,” he says.
“Grassroots rugby league is not only so important to the growth of our game, but it also plays a huge role in the local community, and I’m so proud to partner with Ampol Little Origin to help support our rugby league community and develop the future generation of rugby league players.”
Ampol Chief Brand Officer Jenny O’Regan says Ampol is excited to be bringing Ampol Little Origin back for its third year with the aim of providing a special and unforgettable experience for young Australians with a passion for rugby league.
“We’re also proud to provide $50000 in grants to support the participating schools provide their students with access to the best sports programs to support health and wellbeing out of the classroom,” she says.
“We’re looking forward to continuing our support of grassroots NRL and growing the game through opportunities such as Ampol Little Origin.”
Anyone can apply on behalf of their school, with applications closing on Thursday, 6 April. For more information and to apply, visit nrl.com/AmpolLittleOrigin.
