We are pleased to welcome Jack Jones to the Match Official Development Team and NSW Rugby family.
Jack joins in a dual capacity as Match Official Development Officer – Juniors, and Appointments Officer – Juniors. Both roles will cover Metropolitan Sydney supporting NSWRRA, Sydney North Rugby Referees and Sydney West Rugby Referees Association.
Jack is a testament to our pathways, having started refereeing Minis for his community club before progressing through his local district association, Sydney North Rugby Referees, the SSS program, and NSWRRA. Jack has officiated in various National competitions and is an active member of NSWRRA both on and off the field.
This experience gave him an excellent understanding of how the junior development pathways work and can be improved and a valuable user experience of the appointments system.
This role is funded by NSW Rugby, SNRR, SWRRA and NSWRRA, reflecting the collaborative whole-of-game approach to recruit, retain and develop our junior match officials. A special thanks to all involved for making this happen.
As we welcome Jack, we wish to also thank Hamish McKay for his service over the last three years as Appointments Officer – Juniors. As one of the most challenging support roles in the game, his diligence and problem-solving were well received.
We welcome Jack and look forward to seeing the fruits of his labours, and we wish Hamish the best of luck with his next endeavours.