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NRL 2021: New referees boss Jared Maxwell says officials scrutiny unmatched worldwide – Sydney Morning Herald
Unveiled in the role on Wednesday, Jared Maxwell says there are “not many other sports worldwide” that boast the level of umpiring scrutiny as the NRL.
His most recent role was managing the NRL Bunker, after refereeing 275 NRL matches, State of Origin and Test matches during his career as a first-grade official.
He will be in charge of ensuring 2021’s referees are prepared to implement a raft of new rule changes, which includes the two-point field goal if taken outside the 40m line.
“This year’s season… it was a wonderful, exciting sport and entertainment package, which is ultimately what the commission drives,” Maxwell said.
“The free flowing…
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