2019 Player Ins & Outs

Re: 2019 Super League Ins & Outs : Wed Nov 28, 2018 7:32 pm

Apologies in advance as Ex Superleague related .

Former Superleague Club Widnes Viking’s C.E.O departs the club .

Former Hull FC chief executive James Rule has confirmed that he will leave his current role at Widnes Vikings prior to the start of the 2019 season.
Rule exited the Black and Whites in 2011 under a massive cloud thanks to a two-year ban for his part in a cover-up after ex-player Martin Gleeson tested positive for the stimulant methylhexaneamine.

Despite this, Rule still landed the Widnes’ CEO post whilst serving his suspension and has gone on to help lead the club during the past six years.
The Vikings were relegated at the end of last season and Rule has issued a statement confirming he will be stepping down.
Rule commented: “It has been an honour to lead Widnes Vikings for six years, so this has naturally been a difficult decision to make. However, I believe it is now the right time for me to step aside, to pursue new opportunities and spend more time with my family, who have been a consistent support in what has been an all-consuming role.
“Working at Widnes Vikings has been a genuine privilege. The club has faced some real challenges in past seasons, and I am proud to have helped the club to navigate them with the support of our staff, partners and Members. It has been an honour to work with some incredible people, who are totally dedicated to this club and its ongoing success, and naturally I will miss them all.

Link to the aforementioned cover up by James Rule whilst Chief Executive at Hull FC

https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/gen ... 86076.html