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Back to EpisodesFrom Professional NRL Player to Elite NRL Referee with Henry Perenara
Description
Henry Perenara played over 70 matches in the NRL at club level and also represented New Zealand internationally. Following his playing career, he transitioned into officiating, making his first-grade refereeing debut in 2011. He went on to officiate more than 200 matches, including international fixtures such as the Four Nations and the Rugby League World Cup.
01:10 - Henry Perenara Journey into Rugby League
05:10 – Hardest Part Transitioning Form a Player to Referee
11:00 – Man Management of Players and the Media
13:10 – What Was Expected of a Referee Regarding Player Welfare
16:10 – Difficulty of Making Split Second Decisions
20:00 – Transitioning from Two Referee’s to One in Covid-19
25:50 – Impact and Toll of Covid-19 Season
32:15 – Differences Between Refereeing Club vs World Cup
37:05 – How Does the Bunker Work
40:36 – Favourite Moments as a Player and Referee
42:45 – Henry’s Heart Condition and Where to Find Him
Henry Perenara
https://www.smartmove.com.au/our-team/henry-perenara/
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