Wakefield Trinity fined following breach of operational rules

Wakefield Trinity have been fined £10,000 by the Rugby Football League following a breach of operational rules.

The Super League side have been charged following their Boxing Day clash with Leeds in 2021.

Wakefield have been fined following ‘the club’s failure to follow RFL Covid-19 policy and medical standards in advance of the fixture,’ a statement read.

Wakefield lost the game 34-6 at Headingley Stadium.

The RFL continued in a statement: “Trinity had reported five possible Covid cases several days prior to the match, of which three were confirmed as positives on 24 December.

“However, the club subsequently failed to provide additional information required by the RFL’s Multiple Case Group to determine whether the fixture could go ahead. 

“Wakefield Trinity accepted that required information had not been provided to the Multiple Case Group, but stated in mitigation that none of the individuals who played against Leeds had tested positive for Covid-19.”

£6,000 has been suspended until the end of the 2023 season.

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RFL provide clarity on high tackle punishments

The RFL’s chief on-field officer Dave Rotheram has provided some clarity to the punishments surrounding the high tackle at the start of the new season.

In a column on the RFL website, Rotherham said that there has been no specific directive to clamp down on any aspect.

12 players were charged with offences following the first round of Super League fixtures. Eight more players were charged following round two.

Rotheram said: “One of the most refreshing aspects of the opening round of Betfred Super League fixtures was the lack of incidents of late hits on passers or kickers which were deemed to require charges or further action by the MRP.

“I sent a note to Super League coaches earlier this week congratulating them for that; and thanking them for a number of supportive comments in the media, which make such a difference as we all work towards increased awareness and acceptance of the sport’s Enjoy the Game campaign.

“I sense a mood of change around the majority of the game; more appreciative, supportive and understanding of the efforts of our match officials, who have also played their part in such a successful start to the season.”

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