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The NRL is seeking a new chief executive after Todd Greenberg sensationally resigned from the post after four years in charge.
Greenberg was hired until the end of the season, but was under great pressure after fighting ARLC president Peter V’landys.
Many of the clubs had also lost confidence in the former Bulldogs boss, making his position virtually untenable.
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NRL Chief Executive Todd Greenberg speaks to the media.
The NRL released a statement Monday afternoon stating that the parties had “mutually agreed” on the measure. Chief Commercial Officer Andrew Abdo will take over on an interim basis.
“The NRL chief executive role is one of the most challenging and difficult roles in Australian sport, with a diversity of passionate stakeholders,” said V’landys.
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“The ARLC thanks Todd for his contribution to the game for the past seven years and as CEO for the past four years.”
Greenberg is the first big-name victim as V’landys seeks to cut costs in the Central Rugby League. Other executives are likely to follow.
“It has been a great honor and privilege to be the CEO of the NRL for the past four years,” said Greenberg.
“Despite the variety of challenges and pressures, I have loved every minute of the journey. Our growth over the past four years has been extraordinary and I am very proud of my contribution to the game.”
“I am indebted to the game for the variety of opportunities and experiences that have been brought to my family and me, and we are leaving with many good memories and lifelong friendships.”
“My sincere thanks to everyone interested in the entire game, particularly the fans who are the soul of the rugby league. Their unwavering passion for the game is wonderful. I remain amazed at the skill and bravery of the players to play this week and week and I thank you all, both past and present, for your friendship and support.
“I also thank the NRL staff and executive team. It has been an absolute honor to lead this team of talented, resilient and hardworking professionals.”
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The fate of the Warriors is still unknown, as the NRL seeks to resume competition.
Greenberg’s departure could be the first of many on the NRL executive team.
the Sydney Morning Herald He reported Monday that Peter V’landys was “apoplectic” after a communication failure regarding funding for NRL clubs.
V’landys promised clubs a guarantee of A $ 1.21 million (NZ $ 1.28 million) for the next three months to stay afloat during the coronavirus pandemic that forced the competition to close.
But only A $ 1,187 million (NZ $ 1.25 million) was released to the clubs in early April.
the SMH V’landys reported that he wanted to know if CFO Tony Crawford was at fault or if he was acting on Greenberg’s or someone else’s instructions and if the trust has eroded to the point of no return.
This comes as the NRL management push to restart the competition.
The hope is that competition will resume on May 28, with the Warriors included.
But the fate of the team is still unknown, as the Warriors expect permission to travel to Australia to play in the competition.
The party does not require an exemption from the New Zealand government to leave the country, but there are travel restrictions for those entering Australia. The Australian government has yet to make a decision.
The Warriors were due to travel on May 3, giving the team enough time to be isolated before the start of the competition.
