Perth Bears

The Perth Bears have been hit by drama just months out from their NRL debut, with chief executive John Sackson stepping down from the role. The club, set to enter Australia's top rugby league competition in 2027, has been one of the competition's most anticipated expansion stories. His exit raises questions about leadership and stability at the new franchise ahead of its landmark first season.

Anthony De Ceglie has stepped down from his role as chief executive of the Perth Bears, the expansion rugby league club preparing to enter the NRL. The announcement came via The West Australian, where De Ceglie previously worked, and is drawing attention in Western Australia as the club builds towards its debut season.