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Wed April 11, 2012
The Australian Rugby League Commission and North Queensland Cowboys have today stood down halfback Robert Lui for the remainder of the 2012 Telstra Premiership.
After meetings today with both Cowboys Chief Executive, Mr Peter Jourdain, and representatives from the Sharks at Rugby League Central, the ARLC and Cronulla also agreed to impose a nine-match suspension on Sharks player Isaac Gordon, who has been serving an indefinite suspension since the start of the season and will now be eligible to play in Round 10.
At today's meeting the Cowboys outlined a counselling program that will continue to assist Robert's partner Tahleah, his son and Robert over the coming months.
"The Cowboys and Sharks have joined the ARLC in making a clear statement about the need to prevent violence against women," ARL Commission Chief Executive, Mr David Gallop, said.
"With regard to Robert Lui, he has been suspended since the day of his guilty verdict and there has been a need since then to consider the welfare of Robert's partner Tahleah, his son, and Robert's own ongoing welfare in what is a difficult family circumstance.
"The Cowboys are not taking that responsibility lightly and it has been important to give the club and the family time to fully comprehend the circumstance of the judgment and the most effective ways to move forward before confirming a penalty.
"At the same time there is a need to send a strong message to the community and, as the first sport to make such an emphatic statement, we would encourage others to follow Rugby League's lead in the future.
"Rugby League has been a founding member of the White Ribbon campaign to end violence against women, it is an active participant in the Federal Government's Reducing Violence Against Women project and has ambassadors like David Peachey and Ricky Walford co-ordinating 21 grass-roots clubs this year in the NSW Government's 'Tackling Domestic Violence' program.
"Through 'Playing By The Rules' programs that have set international standards in promoting positive attitudes to women, through the participation of past and present players as trained educators in 'Respectful Relationships' and sexual ethics programs and through the growing number of women actively involved in the game's administration, Rugby League has demonstrated a conviction that goes far beyond simply saying the right thing."
Cowboys Chief Executive, Mr Peter Jourdain, added: "It is important to remember that we are dealing with real lives and our first priority from the moment we stood Robert down from playing has been the ongoing welfare of Tahleah, his son, as well as Robert.
"We ensured Robert did not play while those matters were professionally assessed and the club will continue to provide ongoing counselling for Robert and support for his partner and son, who remain very much together as a family."
Sharks player Isaac Gordon pleaded guilty to a lesser assault charge than Lui but one that nevertheless involves a domestic violence issue.
He will not be permitted to return to the field until Round 10 and will be required to continue the counselling program that he has already commenced.
The Sharks have already imposed an undisclosed fine and have been working with Isaac through an ongoing counselling program.
"It is not possible to go into all the details of the private lives of those involved but having reviewed the circumstances we accept that this is an appropriate outcome," Mr Gallop said.
"That said, it is important that we have taken the time to work with the club to try and comprehend the issues involved.
"As much as people may call for automatic penalties, they are neither fair nor practical given the divergent circumstances and the degrees of severity that can be involved.
"These are matters that must be looked at in the context of each individual circumstance."
Sharks General Manger Football Darren Mooney added: "Isaac knows he did the wrong thing and it was completely out of character for someone who has never had a disciplinary issue of any kind.
"He accepts the need for a penalty but, more importantly, he accepts and has been an active partner in dealing with this issue through counselling and rehabilitation and the club will continue to work through this process with Isaac."
Mon February 20, 2012
Source: www.sharks.com.auA shoulder injury suffered in the Sharks trial match against Newcastle will keep winger Isaac Gordon on the sidelines for an extended period.
Gordon injured the AC joint in his left shoulder in the match and while it is unlikely he will require surgery, with Sharks medical staff to make that decision later in the week, the speedy outside back is expected to miss six to eight weeks as he recovers from the problem.
The injury was the major dampener to come from an otherwise positive trial in which the Sharks matched the heavily fancied Knights outfit until a last minute try to Newcastle gave them a 22-18 victory.
Ben Pomeroy was also forced from the field in Muswellbrook, however the Sharks centre suffered corks in both legs but is certain to be available for selection in two weeks time, leaving just Gordon and Nathan Stapleton, who injured a knee in training three weeks ago, on the sidelines.
With Paul Gallen missing from the Sharks line-up and with Todd Carney, who only played a little over half the trial match, still finding his feet and working out combinaitons with his new Sharks teammates, coach Shane Flanagan was understandably pleased with the performance of his side in what was the last official hit out before the start of the season proper.
The Sharks now head out of town to Gosford for a training camp this week, with Flanagan keeping the make up of his round one side close to his chest. Several players impressed in the match against the Knights to push their claims, leaving Flanagan in a good position in having a number of options to consider before finalising his 17 for the Tigers clash.
The Sharks v Tigers match up is set down for Sunday afternoon, March 4, at Leichhardt Oval. Kick off to that match is 2.00pm.
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 2012 NRL Telstra Premiership
Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks
2 games; 1 tries, 4 points.
[View] Round 10 [13 May 12] W 12-10 v Melbourne (H). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 11 [21 May 12] L 6-26 v Canterbury (A). [WG]
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2011 NRL Telstra Premiership
Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks
5 games; 2 tries, 8 points.
[View] Round 10 [15 May 11] W 18-4 v Roosters (H). [FB]
[View] Round 11 [23 May 11] L 6-40 v Eels (A). [FB]
[View] Round 12 [29 May 11] L 8-14 v Storm (A). [FB] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 22 [06 Aug 11] L 16-20 v Titans (H). [FB]
[View] Round 25 [27 Aug 11] L 20-28 v Cowboys (A). [FB] 4 Pts; 1t
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2010 NRL Telstra Premiership
Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks
15 games; 5 tries, 20 points.
[View] Round 1 [13 Mar 10] L 10-14 v Storm (H). [WG]
[View] Round 2 [20 Mar 10] L 16-30 v Warriors (A). [WG]
[View] Round 6 [18 Apr 10] L 16-44 v Broncos (A). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 7 [24 Apr 10] W 26-6 v Knights (H). [WG] 8 Pts; 2t (31 69)
[View] Round 8 [01 May 10] L 0-38 v Dragons (A). [WG]
[View] Round 10 [16 May 10] L 14-34 v Panthers (H). [WG]
[View] Round 11 [22 May 10] W 22-18 v Eels (A). [WG]
[View] Round 12 [29 May 10] L 4-20 v Broncos (H). [WG]
[View] Round 13 [05 Jun 10] W 42-18 v Roosters (A). [WG]
[View] Round 15 [20 Jun 10] L 4-22 v Dragons (H). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 16 [26 Jun 10] W 20-19 v Cowboys (A). [WG] 4 Pts; 1t
[View] Round 17 [03 Jul 10] L 12-24 v Bulldogs (H). [WG]
[View] Round 18 [11 Jul 10] L 10-21 v Knights (A). [WG]
[View] Round 19 [17 Jul 10] L 18-48 v Sea Eagles (H). [WG]
[View] Round 20 [24 Jul 10] L 13-20 v Raiders (A). [WG]
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