Chairman’s Report 2012
Firstly I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the new clubs/teams who have joined North East Rugby
League during the 2012 season. All clubs have grown throughout the season and this is testament to the work
of the Community Rugby League Coaches who have supported the clubs and encouraged the school club links,
as well as the hard work and dedication of all volunteers, coaches and parents at clubs.
The highlights of the 2012 season have included two fantastic Open Age Grand Finals in both the Premier and
Regional Open Age Competitions with some exceptional Rugby on show. In the junior game; the u13’s Cup semi
final between Gateshead Storm and Durham Demons was the most nerve racking junior game I have ever seen.
At the u15’s age group Cramlington Rockets have played some great Rugby throughout the season, only losing
one game and picking up two trophies; in addition the u11’s festivals have been well attended and some real up
and coming talent amongst these players which will no doubt prove a great competition at u12’s in 2013.
2012 has also seen a rise in the female game in the North East, with more girls playing Rugby League in the
region than ever before.
A big thank you to all the clubs who have encouraged their players to attend all the performance pathway
opportunities, from the preparation squad’s, scholarship squads and through to the AASE programme.
After last year’s disappointment of the junior presentation night being cancelled this season both the evenings
were well attended and successful, rounding off a good 2012 season.
Can I give a big thank you to all the clubs, volunteers and coaches who have supported North East Rugby
League during 2012, and I hope that during 2013 all clubs can work together in driving this great sport forward
and Rugby League in the North East can get bigger and better.
A final thank you must go to the elected committee, Secretary – Jade Mackie, Treasurer/ Child Welfare Officer – Jo
Drapier, MO Appointments Officer – Dave Newall/Matthew Hinchley, Fixtures Administrator – Mark Bielby (Junior) Adam
Houston (OA)
Yours in Sport
Rob Jones
North East Rugby League Chairman
Secretaries Report 2012
2012 - A Season Review
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Rugby League is on the rise in the north east with the latest official statistics confirming that 2012 has been the
best season ever in terms of the number of people playing the sport in the region.
17 men’s teams playing across the North East including sides which made their debut in 2012
1032 open age players registered so far in 2012.
2011/12 academic year we have coached over 11,000 primary and secondary school children and this has
boosted the junior clubs meaning that at junior level there are now 868 registered players playing with the North
East.
In 2012 nine girl’s teams were established at Under-12s, 14s and 16s and six girls were nominated for the Girls
Futures Programme which is aligned to the England Women talent development squad.
129 active qualified Rugby League coaches within the north east
748 active volunteers working in the sport
North East has had an under-15s and under-16s Scholarship Programme
2012 saw the first time the north east region held a North East Magic Event.
£346,000 has been gained from investment from grants and fundraising to community Rugby League since 2009.
Number of fixtures
Open Age Premier
34 from 43
Open Age Regional
75 from 91
Junior Leagues*
N/A
*Unable to compile % due to ‘friendly’ seasons in 2012
Completion rates
79%
82.4%
N/A
2012 North East Rugby League Disciplinary report
2012 saw North East Rugby League manage both Open Age and Junior Disciplinary
19 Disciplinary Hearings (OA)
5 Disciplinary Hearings (Jnr)
Administration Fines
Open Age
4 Match Official Abuse
11 fighting/punching
4 other offences
No text submitted x 2 (£10)
Jade Mackie
North East Rugby League Secretary
Junior
2 x individuals
3 x club behaviour
No text submitted x 7 (£35)
No team sheet submitted x 19 (£95)