Major rule change ‘massively on the radar’ for Super League after recent controversy
It’s been heavily discussed: and it’s now set to change.
Robert Hicks
Rugby Football League discuss possibility of removing or changing kick-offs amidst NRL debate
Could a major change be on the way?
Full transcript of everything RFL said in media briefing on laws, framework amendments, players meeting and more
The RFL held a media briefing on Thursday to openly discuss the game’s new laws, the recent controversy, framework amendments and much more.
RFL to amend head contact framework after admitting ‘lack of clarity’ following Nu Brown red card
The Rugby Football League have acknowledged that the controversial incident surrounding Nu Brown's red card last Friday has 'caused controversy and confusion' - and have admitted the decision by...
Castleford Tigers hold urgent meeting with RFL as Craig Lingard addresses disciplinary controversy
The Tigers will speak to RFL chief Robert Hicks today…
RFL chief Robert Hicks explains process behind Super League charges as Castleford Tigers react
The Rugby Football League's director of operations and legal, Robert Hicks, has attempted to lay out the thought process behind the significant number of charges issued to Super League...
RFL confirm new laws to come into play during pre-season games; Sanctions reduced during ‘soft launch’
“There is a lot of change coming that will have long-term benefits for the sport and its spectacle,” says Robert Hicks…
Major law changes not being made in reaction to legal threat, insists RFL chief Robert Hicks
Hicks has been part of the RFL’s legal team since 2011…
Former Super League ref, ex-GB Lioness and France international join RFL disciplinary panels
The RFL has bolstered its Operational Rules Tribunal and Match Review Panel teams with three additions.
Concussion protocol extended as RFL roll out three-year mouthguard project
The concussion return to play protocol has been extended, whilst the RFL will begin a three-year mouthguard project to measure head knocks.
RFL announce changes to Match Officials list
The RFL have announced several changes to the names on the match officials list ahead of the 2022 season.
Robert Hicks stands down as full-time match official
Robert Hicks has retired as a full-time match official to take up a new role as Director of Operations and Legal at the RFL.
IRL appoints three Super League referees to elite match officials panel
International Rugby League has appointed referees Robert Hicks, Chris Kendall and Liam Moore to its newly formed Elite International Match Officials Panel.
The good, the bad & the ugly: St Helens celebrate Shield, McManus remarks & ongoing spat
We discuss the highs and lows over the last seven days in rugby league.
Robert Hicks should not have been appointed for Wembley, reiterates Eamonn McManus
St Helens chairman Eamonn McManus insists Robert Hicks should not have been appointed to referee the Challenge Cup final because of what happened the week before.
Referee Robert Hicks speaks out against online trolls
“You wouldn’t go up to somebody in the street and abuse them, so why should you do it on social media?”
Robert Hicks to referee Challenge Cup final at Wembley
Robert Hicks has been appointed to referee Saturday’s Challenge Cup final between St Helens and Warrington at Wembley Stadium.
Robert Hicks meets fan who sent him death threats on social media
Referee Robert Hicks and Warrington chief executive Karl Fitzpatrick have met a spectator who sent him death threats via social media.
Sunday Social: Westerman makes headlines, Warrington and Saints deliver a classic, Parcell haunts his parent club
It is time for Love Rugby League’s Sunday Social, your alternative recap of the serious and not so serious talking points from the past seven days.
The good, the bad & the ugly: Brilliant Bradford, Sarginson ruled out try, referee abuse
We look at the positives and negatives from the Challenge Cup weekend.
Robert Hicks to referee Super League Grand Final
Robert Hicks will referee the 2018 Super League Grand Final between Wigan and Warrington on Saturday.
Denis Betts unhappy with Clarke sin binning
Widnes coach Denis Betts has slammed referee Robert Hicks’ decision to send Jon Clarke to the sin bin in Widnes’ loss to Catalan.
Ref Hicks set for Magic bow
Super League referee Robert Hicks will take charge of his first Millennium Magic fixture on Saturday when he officiates the Catalans v Harlequins match at Cardiff.
Refereeing trio make it official
Student Warren Turley is on track to become one of Rugby League’s top match officials after receiving an RFL bursary to continue his studies at Leeds Metropolitan University.