Details revealed for Victorian Rugby League State Centre

Details of the Victorian Government’s plans for a new Victorian Rugby League State Centre are being welcomed as a huge boost for the sport.

Part of a package of growing links between the Victorian Government and the NRL that will see a host of big games, including State of Origin fixtures, being played in Melbourne in the coming years, the $12 million pledge for a centre of excellence has been welcomed by NRL Chief Executive Todd Greenberg.

Commenting on plans for the facility, which will be delivered in partnership with the NRL, NRL Victoria and the Melbourne Storm, Greenberg advised “this is a significant development for grassroots Rugby League as well as for the development of the women’s game.

“This facility has enormous benefits, including the potential for increased participation and improved player identification and recruitment.

“NRL Victoria would run all junior elite programs from the facility, while it could host national championships, as well as visiting NRL or State of Origin teams.

“It could also host our important community programs including Voice Against Violence, State of Mind and In League in Harmony.

“There is also no doubt that this facility could be used in the future for a Melbourne Storm women’s team.”

To be built in Broadmeadows, the Centre will host training camps, state level matches and tournaments, and is likely to host more than 10,000 players per year.

 It will serve as a dedicated, year-round facility to strengthen player, coach and official development, support female participation while housing Melbourne Storm programs, as well as NRL Victoria and Touch Football Victoria.

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