851
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Crikey it is getting worse for him
Tim Simona - Deregistered
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Crikey it is getting worse for him
https://twitter.com/9NewsSyd/status/839380699454976000
happy_tiger
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Talk now Simona placed anywhere between 80 and 160 separate bets on
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There doesn't seem to be an end in sight to this saga. All signs point towards Simona throwing his career away which is a shame.
It is Weidler, but if true…....
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Tim Simona to face further charges from NRL
MARCH 9, 20178:20AM
Simona is in real strife.
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The NRL is investigating Tim Simona’s dealing with a charity and whether he failed to forward it money raised from auction items.
The 26-year-old is already facing a possible life ban over alleged gambling offences and has been stood down indefinitely.
The Wests Tigers centre this week faced the NRL integrity unit to respond to the charges after being handed a notice to cancel his registration.
During his interview he was also questioned about his dealings with a charity. An NRL spokesman said he was questioned about several social media posts relating to jerseys he was putting up for auction for the charity.
He is facing scrutiny over whether the money was delivered to the charity. The NRL integrity unit has’t handed down its verdict and Simona is facing the prospect of being rubbed out of the game indefinitely.
On the Triple M Grill Team on Thursday, Mark Geyer said if the allegations were proven to be true, it was “reprehensible” behaviour from Simona. Matthew Johns also weighed in on the seriousness of the accusations.
“If someone’s selling a Mitchell Pearce Roosters jersey for instance you might pay $500, but if they say the money is going to a certain charity you care about you might pay up to $5000,” Johns said.
“The thought that someone is pocketing any of that money, let alone all of it is incredible,” Gus Worland added.
He has reportedly been accused of placing small bets on opposition players.
NRL chief executive Todd Greenberg has maintained the game must take a strong stance on betting violations and match fixing.
Channel Nine revealed that the NRL has asked Simona for details on the relationship between himself and the charity and want some transperancy on the trail of funds.
“The spotlight will be turned onto Tim Simona’s relationship with at least one charity,” Weidler revealed on Nine News.
“Simona has been auctioning off items such as jumpers and boots with a view to raising money. But he is now being grilled by the NRL for his activities.
“More specifically about where the money raised from the items is going.”
It’s understood the NRL has grave concerns whether all the money has made its way to the charity.
Nine has sought comment from each charity, but those attempts were not returned.
It’s believed the latest details will further strengthen the NRL’s case against Simona and Weilder revealed he is expected to receive an ‘indefinite’ ban from the game.
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Tim Simona to face further charges from NRL
MARCH 9, 20178:20AM
Simona is in real strife.
AAP
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The NRL is investigating Tim Simona’s dealing with a charity and whether he failed to forward it money raised from auction items.
The 26-year-old is already facing a possible life ban over alleged gambling offences and has been stood down indefinitely.
The Wests Tigers centre this week faced the NRL integrity unit to respond to the charges after being handed a notice to cancel his registration.
During his interview he was also questioned about his dealings with a charity. An NRL spokesman said he was questioned about several social media posts relating to jerseys he was putting up for auction for the charity.
He is facing scrutiny over whether the money was delivered to the charity. The NRL integrity unit has’t handed down its verdict and Simona is facing the prospect of being rubbed out of the game indefinitely.
On the Triple M Grill Team on Thursday, Mark Geyer said if the allegations were proven to be true, it was “reprehensible” behaviour from Simona. Matthew Johns also weighed in on the seriousness of the accusations.
“If someone’s selling a Mitchell Pearce Roosters jersey for instance you might pay $500, but if they say the money is going to a certain charity you care about you might pay up to $5000,” Johns said.
“The thought that someone is pocketing any of that money, let alone all of it is incredible,” Gus Worland added.
He has reportedly been accused of placing small bets on opposition players.
NRL chief executive Todd Greenberg has maintained the game must take a strong stance on betting violations and match fixing.
Channel Nine revealed that the NRL has asked Simona for details on the relationship between himself and the charity and want some transperancy on the trail of funds.
“The spotlight will be turned onto Tim Simona’s relationship with at least one charity,” Weidler revealed on Nine News.
“Simona has been auctioning off items such as jumpers and boots with a view to raising money. But he is now being grilled by the NRL for his activities.
“More specifically about where the money raised from the items is going.”
It’s understood the NRL has grave concerns whether all the money has made its way to the charity.
Nine has sought comment from each charity, but those attempts were not returned.
It’s believed the latest details will further strengthen the NRL’s case against Simona and Weilder revealed he is expected to receive an ‘indefinite’ ban from the game.
supercoach
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Not a good look if it is true, but it certainly would strengthen any claim that he was suffering from a serious gambling problem.
I think there are a lot people who are under the perception that a gambling addiction is something that a person can control if they want to and is basically a sign of weakness. Its actually the same as a drug addiction, once it grabs you it is very very hard to break free of and it and some people are at a far greater risk than others.
Anyway I just hope the NRL stand him down for a year and getting him plenty of help than if it works get him back into the game and use him in a positive way to get the message out there of the perils of gambling
I think there are a lot people who are under the perception that a gambling addiction is something that a person can control if they want to and is basically a sign of weakness. Its actually the same as a drug addiction, once it grabs you it is very very hard to break free of and it and some people are at a far greater risk than others.
Anyway I just hope the NRL stand him down for a year and getting him plenty of help than if it works get him back into the game and use him in a positive way to get the message out there of the perils of gambling
Pawsandclaws
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Interesting how questions raised during his interview with the NRL integrity unit have become available to the press!
Now we have Geyer and Johns commenting on the issue.
GNR4LIFE
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Don't forget the pearls of wisdom from Gus Worland. Astute observer that guy.
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Don't get me wrong, I don't have sympathy if these charges stick, and it looks like they will. In my line of work honesty and integrity is everything so I'm always disgusted when these types of situations occur. It's just a shame that a guy who seemingly had everything in front of him, has thrown it away through such irresponsible and unprofessional behaviour.
hammertime
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It's massive if true. Doesn't that now mean it could be a criminal matter?
851
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2GB reporting NRL terminated Simona's contract. He has admitted to taking proceeds from charity jersey auctions, admitted betting against his own team, and himself. Weststigers to make statement at midday.
Joel Helmes
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http://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nrl-hands-down-tim-simona-verdict/news-story/4dcc0573052cb42972b0efd9efb0ce61
THE NRL has terminated the registration of Wests Tigers player Tim Simona.
Simona this week faced the NRL integrity unit to respond to the charges after being handed a notice to cancel his registration.
CEO Todd Greenberg said an Integrity Unit investigation found that Simona had:
— Breached the NRL rules by betting on Rugby League matches
— Bet on opposition players scoring — and against his team winning
— Sold Rugby League jerseys through online auctions without passing on the full proceeds to the nominated charities
— Been untruthful in his interviews with the Integrity Unit
THE NRL has terminated the registration of Wests Tigers player Tim Simona.
Simona this week faced the NRL integrity unit to respond to the charges after being handed a notice to cancel his registration.
CEO Todd Greenberg said an Integrity Unit investigation found that Simona had:
— Breached the NRL rules by betting on Rugby League matches
— Bet on opposition players scoring — and against his team winning
— Sold Rugby League jerseys through online auctions without passing on the full proceeds to the nominated charities
— Been untruthful in his interviews with the Integrity Unit
GNR4LIFE
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Cap problems solved woohoo
On Simona. Silly silly boy throwing his career away. Fingers crossed he gets the help he needs and gets his life back on track. I'm sure the club will still have a duty of care towards him. He'll no doubt need a lot of support.
On Simona. Silly silly boy throwing his career away. Fingers crossed he gets the help he needs and gets his life back on track. I'm sure the club will still have a duty of care towards him. He'll no doubt need a lot of support.
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