MEDIA RELEASE
11 March 2009
The Manly–Warringah Sea Eagles Board today met to discuss a range of issues including the NRL’s decision to suspend Brett Stewart and fine the Club $100,000.
The Board would like to state for the record that we are very disappointed by the events that took place after our Season Launch last Friday. There is no doubt if we had our time again we would do things differently.
The NRL’s decision to suspend Brett Stewart for four matches is contrary to the Sea Eagles Board’s resolution last nigh,t however in consultation with Brett’s management and legal advisor we have agreed to accept their decision.
The NRL’s decision to fine the Club $100,000 will be addressed by the Board once the Breach notice has been officially served. The Club will be invoking our right of appeal when the notice is received.
As reported in the media earlier in the week the Sea Eagles Board ratified today a policy which places an alcohol ban on all players at official NRL, Sea Eagles and Sponsor functions effective immediately. Management will reinforce the Sea Eagles Code of Conduct with Players and ensure that they take greater responsibility for their individual actions relating to alcohol.
The issue relating to an incident involving Anthony Watmough and a club sponsor has now been resolved between both parties.
The Club will be taking action against any player who breaches our Code of Conduct. Sanctions include official warnings, mandatory counselling and appropriate fines.
With regard to certain allegations made on radio this morning about the Board meeting last night, we will not be making any further comment.
Scott Penn
Chairman – Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles Limited on behalf of the Board
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