USARL Implements NRL-Style Overhaul: New Regional Divisions Set to Transform American Rugby League

Written by MOS Editorial Team

Published on 6 May 2024

The USA Rugby League (USARL) has announced a comprehensive overhaul of its domestic rugby league structure and management, aimed at bolstering the sport’s development and competitiveness across the United States.

Under the new structure, similar to that of Australia’s National Rugby League (NRL), the league will introduce regional divisions, a move designed to enhance local rivalries and provide a platform for emerging talent. This restructuring is part of a broader strategy to increase the sport’s accessibility and visibility at the community level.

Reminiscent of the NRL’s strategic governance, the USARL has also appointed new administrators, bringing experience from various fields of sports management to steer the new strategic direction of the league towards sustained growth and professionalisation.

The newly appointed administrators include:

Burnie Gurr – Treasurer (Former CEO of the Sydney Roosters and Parramatta Eels)
Dustin Zerrer – Corporate Secretary
Matt Goschnick – Chair

These appointments mark a significant step in the evolution of rugby league in the U.S., promising to reshape its future and potentially influence its international standing in the sport.

By fostering stronger teams and creating more competitive playing opportunities, the USARL is looking to not only elevate the sport’s profile but also ensure its longevity and success in the American sports landscape.

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USARL Implements NRL-Style Overhaul: New Regional Divisions Set to Transform American Rugby League

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