Leagues Club divests its football teams

Woy Woy Leagues Club has divested itself of the operation of the Roosters Rugby League football teams.

"The board of directors of the Woy Woy Leagues Club has handed the administration of rugby league to the newly-formed Woy Woy Rugby League Football Club Inc," honorary club secretary Mr Peter Read said.

"While still fully committed to rugby league, this change will allow the Leagues Club board to concentrate solely on the running of the licensed club, in what continues to be a very difficult financial environment."

The fresh administrative structure has also been designed to reinvigorate the football club, he said.

The newly-formed Woy Woy Rugby League Football Club will be headed by president Mr Geoff Staunton and former Leagues Club treasurer Mr Peter Read, who will act as the club's honarary secretary following the retirement of fulltime football administrator Mr Richard Smithers.

Recently-elected Leagues Club life member Mr David Carr fills the position of vice-president, with Mr Warwick Davis as treasurer.

A 12-person general committee includes Mr Smithers along with past secretaries Mr Les Pearce and Mr Danny Cunningham, local business identity Mr John Perks, National Surf Lifesaving director Mr David Thompson and former players Mr Adrian Overton, Mr Daniel King and Mr Daniel Biernat.

The Roosters are preparing for a new season under the new coaching tandem of Gordon Mason and his club stalwart son Jade.

"With the season fast approaching, the club is happy with its recruitment," Mr Read said.

"The core of the 2008 senior squad remains and will be bolstered by some quality signings during the coming weeks.

"Any players interested in joining the club's senior, under 20s, under 18s or under 17s ranks are encouraged to contact Geoff Staunton on 0410 511029, Peter Read on 0417 237882 or recruitment coordinator Danny Cunningham on 0408 243647."

Press release, 12 Jan 2009 Peter Read, Woy Woy Rugby League Football Club Inc