16 Jan 2020
Crabtree on Friday: Photo Day is here!
Crabtree discusses GiantsTV, Jermaine McGillvary's testimonial and our annual Photo Day
It was picture day yesterday, we've played our first game and we're now in the end game before the start of the season - that didn't last long did it? I used to remember that picture day almost felt like a school day - you'd misbehave, put your teammates off and generally irritate the media staff, but it was really just a moment of realisation that the season was nearly here.
Now, in my role, it's a time to celebrate our partners and deliver a special experience, as our main partners come down and get a chance to sit next to Simon Woolford in the heart of the Giants team pic. The Sponsors love it, and it's a great way for them to feel closer to the team. We’ve had a really great start to the year with last Friday’s Sponsors Lunch, with 270 guests having a great time meeting the team, networking with other businesses and getting a chance to hear from Simon Woolford, Richard Thewlis and new captain Aidan Sezer. We’re already looking forward to the next one.
📸 Photo day! pic.twitter.com/yc7RzpctfU
— Huddersfield Giants (@Giantsrl) January 16, 2020
When the team comes in for its photo, it's a great time to take stock of the team and see where we're at, and we look good for 2020. The squad look fit, the new signings have gelled into the team dynamic well and what is noticeable how confident our younger players look, they completely different with a season of full-throttle action under their belt.
After a stellar opening day win against Halifax, here are your #Takeaways from #JerryTestimonial
— Huddersfield Giants (@Giantsrl) January 15, 2020
Check it out ⬇️ https://t.co/WWEtfTRvqU
We've had a chance to see the team in action, too. Jermaine McGillvary's testimonial was last Sunday and from what I gather, was a great success for Jerry. The team played their part too, scoring some excellent tries and their team play and combinations were excellent. In particular, the right edge of Joe Wardle, Jordan Turner and Jermaine McGillvary looked outstanding together on both sides of the ball. "Triple J" could be a great threat for us in 2020.
Special mention too for Jordan Paga, who scored an absolutely belting try, dancing through the Fax defence to score. He's yet more proof that our production line is churning out quality youngsters and no doubt it won't be the last time we see that name in lights! Those who missed the game also have a new option to catch up with the Giants, with the long-awaited arrival of GiantsTV. With subscriptions surpassing our expectations in the first few days, we're really proud of the service.
Get closer to the action than ever before with GiantsTV.
— Huddersfield Giants (@Giantsrl) January 16, 2020
Check out our step-by-step guide to joining ⬇️ https://t.co/I8dJNsZmcS
You'll be able to see me as well, as I'll be the host of the GiantsTV Pre-Match Show. If you want to see what you'll be getting, Pre-Match Preview from the Halifax Game has been uploaded and was well-received, with me, Matt Shaw from the League Express and Sean Evans from GiantsTV chatting through the ins and outs. You can get your hands on a free month of the new service by entering the coupon code "Free_Month" at checkout when purchasing a month pass. Try it out - we're sure you'll love it.
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