The Perth Bears thanks Mr David Sharpe for his contribution in establishing and developing our rugby league club.
Mr Sharpe said: “I have chosen to leave the Perth Bears for a new opportunity. It’s been a privilege to help lead the establishment of the club, and particularly the Football Department and Bear Tracks academy. It has been a difficult decision but the Football department is now well established. Western Australia remains a unique and vital opportunity for rugby league to become a truly national game. I will be cheering along with all supporters when the Perth Bears team takes the field in round one next year.”
Perth Bears Chairman Ben Morton said: “The Perth Bears completely respect and understand the decision that David has made. David has worked hard to build the foundations of a strong team and Football Department. David’s contribution will continue to be felt as the team prepares to take to the field in 2027. We are extremely grateful for the unwavering commitment David has shown to the establishment of our team. After leading Sports Integrity Australia, David came to the Perth Bears with a history of successfully establishing new organisations and teams. We have no doubt that he will be extremely successful in his future roles. I look forward to welcoming David back to witness with me the Perth Bears running onto the field in our first game in 2027.”
Perth Bears CEO Anthony De Ceglie said: “In David’s time at the Perth Bears and under his leadership the Football Department successfully established itself, developed our team values and strategy, recruited 16 exceptional players (with more to come), established a Bears Tracks Academy and through his efforts we have a strong foundation for success. We wish David all the very best for the future.”
