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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.

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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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