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Penrith Trainers Face Consequences for Multiple BreachesSix incidents since 2021 led to a five-match ban and $50,000 fine for Penrith trainers, highlighting repeated rule violations on the field.
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- Corey Bocking received a five-match suspension after interfering with a goal-kicker, resulting in a $50,000 fine for Penrith Panthers.
- Shane Elford also broke rules by staying on the field beyond the allowed time during a crucial play involving Nathan Cleary.
- The Panthers' breaches date back to 2021 and include multiple instances of disrupting referees and players during games.
- NRL leadership stressed that the sanctions reflect the cumulative nature of these offenses despite each being assessed individually.
It’s important to note there have been six separate incidents involving Penrith Panthers’ trainers since 2021.— Andrew Abdo, NRL chief executive, discussing the repeated incidents involving Panthers' trainers.
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