Game Day is Saturday
Published on 19 May 2025
The countdown is on for this year’s NRL clash at Carrington Park between the Penrith Panthers and the Newcastle Knights.
The Panthers squad arrives in Bathurst on Thursday 22 May, in time for the popular Play like a Panther clinic.
Mayor Councillor Robert Taylor said it’s looking like a bumper crowd for the match with less than 1,000 tickets remaining.
“Last year the Panthers game sold out. To date, our ticket sales are showing that more than 70 percent of sales are to fans from outside the 2795 area, which provides a huge boost for the local economy.
“If you want to be at the game, don’t put off buying your ticket today.
“Accommodation bookings for the weekend are similar to last year and we expect the city’s motels and other accommodation outlets to be fully booked.
“Our pre-game activities are also looking good. We have 370 juniors registered to take part in the Play like a Panther coaching clinic brought to you by Westfund at the Hereford Street sporting fields on Thursday afternoon. The Panthers squad will also hold a meet and greet with fans at Bathurst Panthers from 6.30pm on Thursday evening.
“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 a busy couple of days and there are plenty of opportunities to see your favourite Panthers player,” Cr Taylor said.
3.10pm Peter McDonald Premiership kick-off – Bathurst Panthers v Bathurst St Pats
5.30pm NRL Telstra Premiership, Penrith Panthers v Newcastle Knights
The media is invited to attend the following:
What: Play like a Panther Super Clinic
Where: Hereford Street sporting fields
When: Thursday 22 May, 4pm - 5.30pm. Selected players available for interview.
What: Panthers Meet & Greet
Where: Bathurst Panthers Sports Bar
When: Thursday 22 May, 6.30pm
When: Friday 23 May, 1pm - 4pm
Media contact: Genevieve Green Media and Communications Officer