Newsletter August 2010.

Howdy all

As we move into the Finals series, a big congratulation to those involved over the next 6 weeks or so.

Several matters have been brought to light and a reminder needs to be issued around these areas so we can keep them in mind.

Ground Inspections

Please make sure this is being undertaken before the first game on any ground. There has been a formal report around dog faeces being all over an inner city ground and there was no inspection carried out prior to the games commencing. Please make sure we use the 30 minutes we are there prior to a fixture to ensure this does not happen again.

Language

All members would be aware of the 3 week edict issued by the Newcastle Rugby League around offensive language directed at an official. It is disturbing to note that I am still being made aware of too many instances especially in Juniors where our level of toleration in this regard is just far too high. The League has taken a stance supporting us as officials, it is now our role to draw a line in the sand and not tolerate this version of abuse.

So, again I repeat what I have said from the outset. If you honestly find the language of a player offensive and personal, please act on it.

Send Offs

Please make sure we are getting the electronic version of the dismissal report done and to me and Wayne by 10 am the following day. All you do is go on the website and submit it (including typing in the two random words at the bottom) and it will come up advising you it has submitted. If it does not come up saying that, it may not have worked.

Off Field Incidents.

Nothing major here just a reminder that we need to be 100% clean skins in ALL behaviour whilst we are representing the NCRLRA. A couple of incidents recently have come to my attention that have me questioning this is happening every time. Please remember this also comes down to how we are portraying ourselves publically.

Incident Reports.

Members there are too many instances where we are NOT putting in these when we have either said we would to a Club or we should be under our Duty Of Care in the game.

If you have something happen that effects your game, 9 times out of 10 it is best to do an Incident Report and I will that way have it and can be on top of it should something be raised about any Incident.

Attendance at Fixtures and Start Times.

It is a real concern that I now get nervous at about a quarter to 9 every Saturday (and at the moment Sunday ) morning wondering who will not show this week........

Members there are clear guidelines here especially in the early games on a given day. Half an hour before the first game arrive at the ground and make your presence known to the canteen or Ground Officials.

Please also note there are very clear expectations around attire when going to and performing duties as a member of the Association. Further reports of this not being adhered to will be dealt with by the Board Of Management.

Thank you Members.

Guys we are getting towards the point end of the season. Can I take this opportunity to thank you for your commitment and support to this stage and I look forward to catching up with you shortly.

Cheers

“Pav”

John Fahey

Referees Operations Manager and Chairman

Newcastle Rugby League/ NCRLRA

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