Las Vegas police chief Kendall Bell has delivered a warning to NRL stars over intercourse, medicine, alcohol and scams on their journey to Sin City.
The man who headed up safety for this week’s Super Bowl spoke to gamers from the Rabbitohs, Broncos, Roosters and Sea Eagles on Wednesday morning to make sure they knew precisely how a lot bother they might get into.
Given it comes simply days after Brisbane stars have been concerned in a scuffle in Fortitude Valley – which has fairly the night-life scene however isn’t precisely Vegas – it was a well timed lesson.
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Players have been urged to keep away from alcohol, medicine and intercourse the place attainable, and instructed:
– Drink spiking is a significant threat, with gamers instructed to keep away from talking with strangers or leaving their drinks behind;
– Taking girls again to their rooms would go away them susceptible to extortion makes an attempt, or just theft;
– Marijuana use is authorized in Nevada however smoking in public may see gamers evicted from their motels, and would fall foul of the NRL’s illicit medicine coverage anyway.
News Corp reported every workforce will likely be equipped with 10 safety guards.
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“Taking rugby league to the US is one of the most important strategic initiatives the game has ever undertaken,” NRL CEO Andrew Abdo mentioned.
“The information briefing to the clubs and players has been planned for months and was an important step for us towards ensuring our Las Vegas launch event is a positive and safe experience for everyone.
“It’s imperative that the players understand their central role in this venture.
“Players are partners in the game and ambassadors. We want them showcasing their exceptional athleticism and professionalism to a brand new audience.”
The two matches, Sea Eagles vs Rabbitohs (Sunday March 3, 1:30pm AEDT) and Roosters vs Broncos (Sunday March 3, 3:30pm AEDT), are a part of the primary of a five-year dedication to play matches in Las Vegas.
Source web site: www.foxsports.com.au
