NEWS
REMINDER - PRESENTATION NIGHT
This is a friendly reminder to all members that the closing RSVP date for the 2011 Presentation Night is November 1.
To ensure optimal planning and preparation for the evening, it is really important that members make the effort to RSVP by this time.
If for any reason you have not yet received your invitation please contact Scott Dalby immediately via events@southsreferees.com.au
We hope you can join us in celebrating another successful year at Souths Referees.
VALE LIN TURNER
The members of the South Sydney District Rugby League Referees Association are saddened to hear of the passing on the 1st October of our Life Member and former Patron of our association, Mr Lin Turner, who regrettably had been battling cancer his last few years.
Lin joined the association in the mid 1950’s and went on to join the executive in 1960 as the Assistant Treasurer. He held that position until 1964 and was then elected Treasurer of the association the following year in 1965. He was re-elected each year until 1971 and was widely regarded as one of our best treasurers!
On the field Lin excelled just as much. He was appointed to his first “A” grade Grand final in 1968 and then in 1969 joined that exclusive list of members who have been appointed to consecutive “A” Grade Grand Finals.
In his later years Lin went on to join the appointment board and then became a Patron of the association. Those of us who remember Lin’s reports knew only too well he could be as direct as they come, but you would always walk away learning something new!
Lin was highly respected by all and will be sadly missed.
We extend our deepest condolences to his wife Jean and to his extended family.
MUNRO REFS TOYOTA CUP GRAND FINAL
Congratulations to Souths Referees member, Dave Munro on his appointment as referee of the 2011 Toyota Cup National Under 20’s Youth Competition Grand Final. This appoinment tops off a fantastic season for David, which included his NRL Referee debut in August.
Souths Referees would also like to congratulate our affiliate NRL referee allocated to us this year - Matt Checcin on his inaugural NRL Grand Final appointment.
These rewards most certainly reflect their hard work and commitment this year. We all wish him them well for Sunday.
VALE - ROD GORMAN
Souths Referees were saddened yesterday to learn of the passing of the CEO of the South Sydney Junior League, Rod Gorman.
During his long tenure as the CEO of Souths Juniors, Rod has been a tremendous supporter of the Referees Association and will be remembered fondly by all who knew him. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to Rod's family and to the wider Junior League fraternity.
Rod’s funeral service details :
10.30am Wednesday 14th September
St. Therese Catholic church,
Cnr. Sutherland and Coward streets, Mascot
Please see the Daily Telegraph on Saturday 10th September for the funeral notice
ANDREW WHEELER TO REFEREE A GRADE GRAND FINAL
Congratulations to Andrew Wheeler on his appointment to control this Sunday's A Grade Grand Final between Coogee Randwick and Moore Park.
This is Andrew's first A Grade Grand Final and he follows in the footsteps of former graded referees Jason O'Brien, Gavin Badger, Rod Lawrence and Paul Simpkins. We wish Andrew all the best for this match
INTERNATIONAL APPOINTMENTS DINNER
The season is now officially in the home stretch as we enter the Finals Series for our Senior Grades. This also means that the last of our Appointments Dinners is just around the corner.
As announced previously, this will take place at 6:30pm on Tuesday the 30th of August at The Juniors @ The Junction.
With the most important matches of 2011 currently being played out, it gives our members the chance to shine under pressure and achieve their goals. One member will also be appointed to the prestigious position of A Grade Grand Final Referee and take out the top spot in our Association.
All RSVPs for this dinner are to be sent to the Social Co-ordinator via events@southsreferees.com.au by Friday the 26th of August. Please make sure that you include the total number of people you are bringing along.
There is no cost for members to attend the dinner.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Tuesday the 30th of August
Time: 6:30pm
Venue: Juniors @ The Junction, Cnr Haig Street and Anzac Parade, Maroubra.
RSVP: Scott Dalby (events@southsreferees.com.au) by Friday August 26
Cost: No cost
CANBERRA REFS STRIKE OVER ABUSE
Referees in the Canberra Raiders Cup have voted to boycott this weekend's final round of the regular rugby league season in protest over an increase in abuse on and off the field.
The referees have come under fire in recent weeks, after Belconnen United Scholars hooker Tim Thorley was suspended for 12 months for abusing a referee, but then had his ban reduced to six weeks.
Referees voiced their anger at a meeting last night, deciding to withdraw their services from all three grades for the first time.
This weekend is the final round of the home-and-away season and if games do not go ahead, it could throw the finals series into chaos.
Chairman Dave Adams says the time has come for the match officials to take a stand and send a clear message that abuse will not be tolerated.
To view a recent article and web video, Click Here
To download Souths Referees letter of support to The Canberra referees, Click Here
MUNRO MAKES NRL DEBUT
Congratulations to Souths member David Munro who will make his NRL Debut this Saturday Night the 6th August at Toyota Stadium. David has been appointed alongside fellow Souths Referee Gavin Badger in the clash between Cronulla and Gold Coast.
David's recent list of achievements include refereeing the 2010 NSW Cup Grand Final and NRL Touch lines. Congratulations and all the best this weekend.
MINI/MOD APPOINTMENTS DINNER
With the Mini League Gala Series scheduled to kick off this weekend, our attention turns to the first of our Appointments Dinners which will take place at 6:30pm on Tuesday the 9th of August at The Juniors @ The Junction.
Those junior members who have been refereeing in the Mini/Mod League competitions this year are also encouraged to bring along their family to celebrate a successful season. We wish the best of luck to all members given the responsibility to officiate these finals matches.
All RSVPs are to be sent to the Social Co-ordinator via events@southsreferees.com.au by Friday the 5th of August. Please make sure that you include the total number of people you are bringing along.
There is no cost for members
to attend the dinner.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Tuesday the 9th of August
Time: 6:30pm
Venue: Juniors @ The Junction, Cnr Haig Street and Anzac Parade, Maroubra
RSVP: Scott Dalby (events@southsreferees.com.au) by Friday August 5
Cost: No cost for members
LASER SKIRMISH / KARAOKE/ AFL MATCH
This season, following many years of Go Karting at Minto, Souths Referees will instead head to Moore Park on the Queen’s Birthday holiday to take advantage of some great local attractions.
Members are to meet at ‘Strike’ in the Entertainment Quarter (formerly Fox Studios) for an exciting day of Laser Skirmish, Karaoke and an afternoon watching the Sydney Swans take on Richmond at the SCG.
We couldn’t take down the President at Go Karting but we should be able to nail him at skirmish!
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Sunday the 12th of June
Time: Members to meet at 10:45am for an 11:00am registration
Cost: $30 for all members with Gourmet Finger Food included (Can be deducted from match payments)
RSVP: Scott Dalby (events@southsreferees.com.au) by Friday June 10
MOD LEAGUE RULES CLARIFICATION
Changes to the Law in recent years regarding the restart of play following a try in Mod League, has created a great deal of confusion.
When we had local rules, play was restarted with a tap kick, then when local rules were abandoned, it returned to a kick off, then back to a tap kick and this year back to a kick off.
The changes have been out of our control and reflect the current state of the game which has just undergone a major review.
The NSW Rugby League Academy advised us today (20 May 2011) that from the current round of football, the following experimental law will be trialled in the South Sydney Junior League competition.
Mod League (9-12)
(17) Following a try, the non-scoring team will restart play with a place kick from the centre of the halfway line. The ball need not travel any prescribed distance.
This in effect is a tap kick, just as you would have in Mini Football.
EAGLE BOYS PIZZA HELPS SOUTHS REFEREES TAKE TO THE FIELD
Australian pizza maker Eagle Boys Pizza has thrown its weight behind the South Sydney District Rugby League Referees Association, signing up as an exclusive sponsor.
Members of Souths Referees have officiated at the highest levels of the game including the NRL, State of Origin and Test Matches.
Eagle Boys Managing Director Todd Clayton said Souths Referees provided a major role in the region’s sporting fraternity, officiating approximately 120 matches every weekend.
“We’re proud to team up with the oldest and largest Association of Referees in Eastern Sydney and hope that with our support they can continue to do wonderful work in promoting the high standard of rugby league in the region.
“They have an enviable record - in fact almost one third of all First Grade Grand Finals have been officiated by a member of Souths Referees.
“We’re always keen to support the community which supports us. We look forward to Souths Referees enjoying many more successful seasons.”
Eagle Boys Pizza is Australia’s second largest pizza maker and is 100% Australian-owned. It operates more than 335 franchised stores throughout Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia, the ACT and the Northern Territory, employing more than 8,000 staff and making more than 17 million pizzas a year.
SEASON LAUNCH
The next general meeting of the association will be held next Tuesday 3rd May at Maroubra Surf Club preceded by a training session and special announcement.
The schedule is as follows:
06.00 – 6.50PM Training (Shower facilities are available)
07.00 – 7.30PM Pizza and drinks
07.30 – 8.00PM Season launch and announcement
08.00 – 09.00PM General meeting
Please note that this meeting is compulsory for all active referees.
The following will be supplied only on this night (other than those currently away)
1) New referees gear
2) NRL passes for juniors (as requested)
As we have outside catering we require your RSVP to info@southsreferees.com.au no later than 08.00PM this Sunday, 1st May!
Please note that we have been approached once again to provide referees to the annual Bob McCarthy Cup day, to be played at Rowland Park next Tuesday 3rd May.
This is a seven a side mod league competition that is very special to the local schools and has been supported by your association over the past 10 years.
Any one interested is to contact Brett Davies info@southsreferees.com.au
TOUGH LOVE IN LEAGUE
The Tough Love in League directive relates to all junior league games from U/13’s - U/17’s (inc. school games).
This initiative will be implemented by all NSW Junior Leagues inc. Junior reps and Schools effective the 1st April. The Policy is not open to either interpretation or flexibility!
It is effectively a ZERO tolerance policy that we will be applying from the 1st round of the competition next week.
There is an open information forum of which everybody is invited, being conducted by the NSWRL for the Souths Junior League, in the Auditorium of the South Sydney Junior Rugby League Club, 558a Anzac parade Kingsford, next Monday the 28th March at 7.30PM.
A follow up for all our members will be conducted at our next meeting on the 19th April.
To download the PDF Brochure, Click Here.
GREAT ATTTENDANCE TO TRAINING
Souths Referees' first training session of the year started with a fantastic roll up of over 30 Members to Snape Oval last evening.
A big thankyou to all members who turned up. Everyone had a positive attitude and put in a great effort, which was awesome to see.
Thanks also to Scott Dalby and Kieren Irons who teamed together to get everything sorted for the BBQ. Scott was able to book the venue and delegate the purchase of the food and drink to Kieren who managed to get this at a reasonable cost.
All members that continue to attend will reap the rewards training has to offer.
These rewards will come from:
• improved physical performance
• skills training
• improved social / cultural experience within our Association.
To those that were unable to make it, We look forward to seeing you all next Tuesday at Snape Park at 6.15pm.
The Association would like to thank Gavin Badger for his efforts at training tonight and thank him for agreeing to continue to generously give up his time for the development of referees in this District.
We would also like to welcome back Andrew Zapantis (a former Graded Touch Judge and A Grade referee at Souths) who will be influential in the coaching and development of referees this year. Its great to have the likes of Gavin and Andrew active in our Association.
CLOTHING SUPPLIER
With the season just a few weeks away, and an agreement reached with a new exclusive sponsor, Souths Referees have appointed Sinalli Sportswear as our preferred clothing supplier for the next 2 years. In a tender process conducted by the Association last year, Sinalli rated highly for quality and affordability.
Souths Referees President, David Field said, "Sinalli has been very understanding of our delay in securing a sponsor and although they tendered 12 months ago, they've agreed to honour the price they gave us last year."
It is hoped that a finalised order will be placed with Sinalli this week for new on-field gear, polo, training shirt and singlet, tracksuit, spray jacket, hat and kit bag. The new gear will hopefully be distributed to members in the second half of April.
TRAINING RESUMES
Training will commence next Tuesday night at Snape Oval.
The session will begin at 6.15pm and will be followed by a BBQ.
We should be finished by approx. 08.00pm
We will arrange transport for any Junior Members who are required to be picked up and returned. Your parents are more than welcome to join us, in fact we would encourage it! If transport is required, please call me on 0439 449 332.
Please note, whilst our first session of the year will involve fitness, we will also have other fun activities, with a game of touch footy to close out the session.
We look forward to seeing everyone there.
To download the 2011 Season Draw, view the Documents section here.
2011 EXECUTIVE
Souths Referees are pleased to announce that the following members were elected for 2011 to the Executive Committee of the South Sydney Referees Association at our Annual General Meeting held on Tuesday night.
President: David Field
Secretary: Brett Davies
Treasurer: Richard Arthur
Social Coordinator: Scott Dalby
Coaching and Development Coordinator: Andrew Wheeler
The following members have been elected to non-Executive positions within the Association:
Vice President: Dale Weekes
Assistant Secretary: Kieren Irons
Auditors: Peter Baz and Christopher Anson
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