THE Sydney Swans AFLW squad will converge on Coffs Harbour this weekend for a three-day pre-season training camp, ahead of the club’s second season in the AFLW.

The local Coffs Harbour community can get involved, with a coaching clinic and signing session on Saturday afternoon at C.ex. International Stadium from 3pm to 4pm.

Boys and girls of all ages are welcome to attend.

The itinerary will see the Sydney Swans touch down in Coffs Harbour on Friday afternoon with some of the team heading to the Coffs Senior School Cup before training in the evening.

The weekend will include team bonding and community activities such as surfing, paddle boarding and attending junior footy at Richardson Park in Sawtell.

Sydney Swans AFLW senior coach Scott Gowans said it’s a great opportunity to take his team away for some quality pre-season work.

“Our team is really looking forward to heading to Coffs Harbour this weekend – it’s going to be a terrific way to kick off our pre-season campaign,” Gowans said.

“We have recruited well, and we believe we are on the right trajectory to compete with the best sides this upcoming season.

“We are really looking forward to connecting with our Coffs Harbour supporter base and there’s going to be a host of activities that the local community can get involved in.

“If you love the red and white, or just love footy, I’d encourage you to get involved and come along to meet our players and coaches. It should be a great weekend.”

City of Coffs Harbour Mayor Paul Amos said the Swans AFLW side will have a huge impact on the local community.

“We’re absolutely thrilled to host the Sydney Swans AFLW Camp in Coffs Harbour.

“This is another chance for our sport-loving community to get up close and personal with some of the country’s most elite players,” Cr Amos said.

“I’m especially excited for the women of all ages in our community to have this chance to engage with one of the country’s most popular forms of women’s football.”