HONARARY LIFE MEMBERSHIP Keith LOTTY
Congratulations to a great supporter of the Referees Association, Keith Lotty, on becoming our third Honorary Life member. As Paul Archer mentioned in his report, Keith, a former director of both the football and Leagues club has helped out the association when needed. Keith also attends many meetings and on many occasions have been an asset for the executive committee.
DISTRICT DISTRICT CLUB Although the Bulldogs started the year controversially, they were soon to change the headlines with fine performances on the field. After making the Preliminary final the year before, they ended up becoming the 2004 NRL Premiers. Great performances by the team working together led the team to make it through the season as one of the favorites and eventually take out the premiership with a close victory over the Roosters. Unlike, the first grade, the Premier Cup team lost in an Elimination Final. The Jersey Flegg made the semi finals, while the SG Ball Cup and Harold Matthews lost their semi finals. However, its was successful season overall with all team making through to the semi finals stage. We thank Malcom Noad, Bradley Clyde, Dr.George Peponis and Peter Winchester for their support for the association. Paul Archer and myself along with our wives attended the Bulldog’s presentation night at Canterbury Leagues club. It was a very nice night with many presentations being made. Congratulations to Andrew Ryan for being awarded player of the year.
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