Meet Sherwood Wolf Hunt Chairman & Ireland Team Manager Adam Bates – Ep 7
od rugby league This week on the Rugby League Outsiders podcast, we are joined by special guest, Adam Bates Chairman of Sherwood Wolf Hunt & Team Manager for Ireland in the 2022 World Cup. πͺ
π ABOUT ADAM BATES
Originally born in Rochdale, Adam was a relative latecomer to rugby league but soon became a huge fan. Known in the game as being a forward-thinking, extremely diligent administrator Adam is the former CEO of the Rochdale Hornets, Chairman of Sherwood Wolf Hunt & team manager for Ireland RLFC.
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WE ASKED:
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BACKGROUND – Can you tell us about your background in rugby league and how you became involved with Sherwood Wolf Hunt and the Irish national team?
β CHALLENGES – What are some of the challenges you face as Chairman of a rugby league team in a non-traditional area like Nottinghamshire?
β STARTING OUT – How did the Sherwood Wolf Hunt team come together and what are your goals for the team in the coming seasons?
β WORLD CUP PREP – As Team Manager for Ireland in the 2022 World Cup, what were your expectations for the team and how did you prepare for the tournament?
β GROWTH IN IRELAND – Can you speak to the growth of rugby league in Ireland and what opportunities there are for expansion in the country?
β THE FUTURE – What role do you think smaller teams like Sherwood Wolf Hunt play in that future?
β ADVICE FOR YOUNG PLAYERS – What advice do you have for young players who aspire to play at a high level in rugby league, either domestically or internationally?
β UPCOMING GAMES – Are there any upcoming games or events that you’re particularly looking forward to?