NRL Judiciary Round 17 (Sunday): Two players have been charged following Sunday’s matches, with both offences resulting in financial penalties and no suspensions handed down.
The Match Review Committee reviewed all incidents from Sunday’s Round 17 fixtures, with Raiders playmaker Ethan Sanders and Knights forward Trey Mooney cited for careless high tackle offences.
NRL Judiciary Round 17 Sunday Charges
Match Review Committee Charges
| Player | Club | Incident | Grade | Early Plea | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethan Sanders | Raiders | Careless High Tackle | Grade 1 | $1,000 fine | $1,500 fine |
| Trey Mooney | Knights | Careless High Tackle | Grade 1 | $1,800 fine | $2,500 fine |
Players Facing Suspension
No players are facing suspension from Sunday’s NRL Judiciary charges.
Key Takeaways
- Two players charged from Sunday’s Round 17 matches
- No suspensions handed down by the Match Review Committee
- Both offences were careless high tackles
- Both incidents occurred in the second half of their respective matches
Ethan Sanders Charge Details
Sanders was charged with a Grade 1 careless high tackle following an incident in the 62nd minute of the Raiders’ Round 17 clash against Valentine Holmes. The offence resulted in a standard financial penalty for a first offence.
Early Plea: $1,000 fine
If Found Guilty at Panel: $1,500 fine
Other Charges
- Trey Mooney: Careless high tackle (63rd minute vs Jahream Bula) – $1,800 early plea ($2,500 panel)
What Happens Next
Players charged by the NRL Match Review Committee will now decide whether to:
- accept the early guilty plea for a reduced penalty, or
- challenge the charge at the NRL Judiciary panel
Any hearings will take place ahead of Round 18.
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