A presentation will also be held about where the game was 10 years ago compared to where it stands today.
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It is understood the committee — which includes Wayne Bennett, Tim Sheens, Trent Robinson and Darren Lockyer — will look at a variety of issues including the judiciary, competition schedule and interchange.
Lifting and wrestling will though be the hot topics.
The lifting issue became the game’s priority after the horror tackle on Newcastle’s Alex McKinnon last season.
Alex McKinnon’s injury and the circumstances surrounding it will be considered by the rul
Alex McKinnon’s injury and the circumstances surrounding it will be considered by the rules committee. Pic: Peter Lorimer.
Many in rugby league, including Panthers general manager Phil Gould, believe wrestling is ruining rugby league.
The committee will also be asked where they feel the game will be in another 10 years. The ruck and refereeing resources will also be discussed.
Committee members will be quizzed on what they think are the short-term challenges facing the NRL.
Members will watch video of games from 2004 — and then matches from this season for comparisons.
The two-day conference starts in Sydney on Tuesday.
JOHNS CALLS FOR INTERCHANGE SHAKE-UP
HINDS: DAVE SMITH GOES TO CANBERRA
It is understood the committee — which includes Wayne Bennett, Tim Sheens, Trent Robinson and Darren Lockyer — will look at a variety of issues including the judiciary, competition schedule and interchange.
Lifting and wrestling will though be the hot topics.
The lifting issue became the game’s priority after the horror tackle on Newcastle’s Alex McKinnon last season.
Alex McKinnon’s injury and the circumstances surrounding it will be considered by the rul
Alex McKinnon’s injury and the circumstances surrounding it will be considered by the rules committee. Pic: Peter Lorimer.
Many in rugby league, including Panthers general manager Phil Gould, believe wrestling is ruining rugby league.
The committee will also be asked where they feel the game will be in another 10 years. The ruck and refereeing resources will also be discussed.
Committee members will be quizzed on what they think are the short-term challenges facing the NRL.
Members will watch video of games from 2004 — and then matches from this season for comparisons.
The two-day conference starts in Sydney on Tuesday.