Chow to continue as PNG NRLC chairman for third term

Papua New Guinea National Rugby League Competition chairman Adrian Chow has been re-elected for a third term.

Chow was voted unopposed by the 12 existing clubs, during its annual general meeting held in Port Moresby over the weekend.

Chow's reappointment will see him serve for another 3 years, since taking the chairmanship role in 2019.

“I thank my fellow Franchise Chairmen for the confidence they have in me, being able to lead for the last six years," he said.

“The PNG NRLC has grown leaps and bounds, raised the standard of our competition, and now introduced new pathways in the women’s and youth space.

“I look forward to working with PNGRFL in developing these pathways and raising the professionalism of our clubs.”

PNGRFL Chairman Sandis Tsaka acknowledged the importance of the PNG NRLC and the strategic and stable leadership of Adrian Chow.

The PNG NRLC will host three competitions in 2025 alongside the Digicel ExxonMobil Cup set for April 12, along with the second year of the Santos Cup [2nd August] and the newly introduced National Youth Competition for Under 19 [male], which will start on May 17.

“We appreciate the close working relationship with Chairman Adrian and the PNGNRLC team over the last 8 years and recognise the overwhelming confidence placed in Adrian by his counterparts, which is an indicator of the growth and development witnessed under his leadership.

“Chairman Adrian brings experience and expertise to this very important leadership role in our game which is crucial to strengthen the relationship between the twelve 12 pathway clubs and all other areas of the game within the community rugby league.

“We look forward to working with him and his management to continue the work towards improving the national competition and pathways as part of our overall plans to support the NRL Franchise in 2028 and beyond.”