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The NRL has announced the appointment of Andrew Hill as the new Chief Executive of the organising committee for the 2017 Rugby League World Cup (RLWC) national team tournament, being co-hosted next year by Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea.

The appointment of Hill, who has been the NRL’s General Manager – Integration and Game Development since 2011, follows the recent resignation of former Chief Executive Officer Michael Brown.

Announcing the appointment, RLWC 2017 Chairman Dr George Peponis stated “we are delighted Andrew has accepted the role of Chief Executive Officer for the Rugby League World Cup 2017.

“Andrew has a great connection with the game from the grassroots through to the international stage. He brings with him a technical understanding as well as vision for the strategic direction of the game not just in Australia, New Zealand and the region but around the world.

“Andrew’s experience in working at the club level, as a senior executive with the NRL and the international federation brings a unique outlook to the game. It’s this all-of-game perspective that we think is important in leading the Rugby League World Cup and will complement the skills of those already serving on the organising committee.

“I’d like to thank Maria Sykes for standing in as interim Chief Executive Officer while the Board finalised its position and am pleased she will continue in her role as Chief Operating Officer.”

Hill has agreed to terms with the NRL that will allow him to stand aside from his current role with the NRL.

Welcoming his appointment, Hill stated “rugby league is well placed both domestically and internationally to experience growth in participation and popularity in the coming years and I see the Rugby League World Cup in 2017 as the ideal platform for us achieving this.

“I am extremely honoured and proud to be involved in the tournament and am keen to build on the strong foundation that is in place.

“We will take next year’s tournament to more fans than ever before and deliver the greatest Rugby League World Cup that will inspire communities and create a lasting legacy for the sport.”

Andrew Hill will officially start his role with the RLWC 2017 on 29th August 2016.

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