PDRLA going to Pacific Championships

Hi All, You might have seen the announcement in the Pacific Championships for Rugby League will be held, additional to the announcements is that a PDRLA team will play a NZPDRL side in a Test Match, as a curtain raiser to the New Zealand V Tonga at Go Media Stadium, Auckland, on November 2nd, it will be live streamed. As most will be aware, the PDRLA have run a member of camps over the past 12 months, preparing the side and is part of preparation for the 2026 World Cup activities, that are being planned at present. It is planned that the final squad will be named this week, and settled on as availability, fitness and other life factors come in to play. Support Group At present the support group for the team is only partially complete, with the positions of Coach: Brendon Pellegrino Assistant Coach: Craig Anderson Trainers x2: Gold Coast Trainers Tour Manager: Keith Povah / Paul Tubridy Team Manager: TBA Assistant Manager: TBA Support Game: TBA Support Comms: TBA Support Players: TBA The plan is to fly to Auckland on Wednesday 3oth October, team training on Thursday, Preparation Day Friday, Game Day Saturday and Return at Australia on Sunday. If you would like to participate, have a passport and are willing to contribute to the cost, please see the appendix at the end of this document for more information and contact as per instructions This is a great opportunity to showcase the game, and it has been heart warming to have the support of the players in the program so far. Sponsorship and Funding You might be aware that the PDRL is supported by Cabra Leagues Club, NSWRL, NRL, iCare and in the past EML, Nova, Harvey Norman and over the coming future, will be looking to fund the programs local and international over the next two years being 2025 and 2026. The plan is to repeat the program from 2024, expanding the reach of the game and hopefully the participation rates in the Come & Try Games as well as the Cabra Cup, and promote some speids games such as the Test V NZPDRL. If you have any interest in sponsorship, please let Chris Bryant or Paul Tubridy know, so it can be followed up. Next Actions Next actions will be naming squad and appointing the remaining support positions. Thanks for your support. Paul Tubridy (Chairman PDRLA) Physical Disability Rugby League Australia (PDRLA) invites expressions of interest from officials, carers and supporters to participate in the support of the PDRLA team selected to travel to Auckland on the 30th of October, to play a test match on the 2nd of November and return to Australia on the 3rd of November.. The PDRLA is seeking members who may be interested in the following roles as part of the PDRLA support network in the lead up and during the short tour. The touring positions are: Tour Manager – Paul Tubridy/Keith Povah figurehead and point of escalation, responsible for budget with Team manager, ensure all activities organised, and communication with Hosts and officials Coach – Brenden Pellegrino Provide instructions, guidance, plan and motivation to players and support staff Assistant Coach – Craig Anderson’ Ensure all support staff are engaged on game day, work with interchange official on team makeup, assist coach to implement game plan Team Manager – Open for selection organisation of day to day activities, responsible for budget with Tour manager Prepare team off field to ensure full attendance and appropriate attendance for all activities, game, training, travel and meetings. Ensure all injuries are handled appropriately, and players welfare is fully managed. Trainer (Orange / Blue shirt) Trainer (Orange / Blue shirt/Leaguesafe) Ensure all player preparation is complete, and players are supported in any injury situation, throughout the entire tour Player welfare / Carer Blue shirt water carrier – assisting coaching team with preparing squad to play at training and game, running water, Player welfare / Interchange official Work closely with Coach staff, to ensure all players are in the right place at the right time Player Welfare / Assistant Manager Work closely with the manager to ensure all touring party, is aware of activities, and gear is managed and accounted for, players delivered to coaching staff appropriately Game Day Governance inc interchange – help team manager with logistics, ensure game day paperwork and interchange is correct Ensure any players who have issues or require assistance are supported, with appropriate actions Player welfare communication Work with manager to ensure all paperwork is correctly applied, any registration or insurance documentation performed, ensure social media is managed, and any streaming information is provided to supporters Please submit this expression of interest by to be considered by 18th August 2024 , with a brief description of your experience. The Team will participate in a training program and warmup game in Auckland 30th October – 3rd November 2024. The Test Match will take place on the 2nd of November at Mt Smart Stadium. Do we have to pay for our participation in Australia Development Squad? A contribution may be required. Questionnaire To submit your expression of interest, you must complete the following questionnaire: 1. Are you willing to be considered for the PDRLA Test Support Team ? YES / NO 2. Are you willing to provide a contribution (subject to confirmation of the amount)? YES / NO Things to note before you submit your expression of interest Any questions, please contact PDRLA Chair Paul Tubridy (ph: 0414 939 855) at paul.tubridy@nswpdrla.com.au or PDRLA Pathways Manager Keith Povah (0423 952386) at keith.povah@hotmail.co.uk