New Zealand Rugby Union and Rugby New Zealand 2011 Ltd Chairman Jock Hobbs has stood down from both roles effective immediately due to health issues.
NZRU CEO Steve Tew announced today that Jock has been diagnosed with a form of Leukaemia which now requires treatment.
“Jock and his family have asked that we respect their privacy at this difficult time.”
The NZRU Board has met and elected Mike Eagle as Acting Chairman. The situation regarding Jock’s future involvement will be discussed at more length at the next meeting of the NZRU Board scheduled for 27 May.
In accepting the role of Acting Chairman Mike Eagle paid tribute to the tireless commitment and extensive contribution that Jock had made to New Zealand rugby since being elected Chairman in 2002.
RNZ 2011 CEO Martin Snedden said Jock had played a key role both in winning the rights to host the Tournament in 2005 and in helping RNZ 2011 prepare for the event.
“Our thoughts go out to Jock and his family at this difficult time. His passion and energy has contributed tremendously to our efforts to stage a successful Tournament.”
He said Brian Roche the Deputy Chairman of RNZ 2011 would act as Chairman until the next full meeting of the RNZ 2011 Board scheduled for 24 May.
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