1. RUGBY LEAGUE STRATEGY 2008 - 2013

2. RFL Mission Statement The RFL is committed to managing, developing and promoting Rugby League and providing excellent, high quality services for the whole Rugby League family

3. STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES FOR THE WHOLE RUGBY LEAGUE FAMILY The Community GameThe Semi-Pro GameThe Full Time Elite CompetitionThe International Game To maximise the numbers engaged in our sport and the enjoyment derived from participation in Rugby League To create the best, viable and competitive semi- professional competition possible To create the best elite Rugby League competition(s) in the world To be successful internationally on a sustainable basis at all levels

4. STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES FOR THE WHOLE RUGBY LEAGUE FAMILY The Community Game To maximise the numbers engaged in our sport and the enjoyment derived from participation in Rugby League Which means

5. Which Means Providing a total support service to all… Players, clubs and leagues to provide… Quality competition for… All levels of participants in a… Safe, pleasant environment

6. Map of the UK showing the distribution of clubs 20032009

7. Rugby League in the UK Super League National League One National League Two RLC BARLA Students Combined Services

8. Participation Life Cycle 8 80 SchoolsStudentsOpen Age Coaching Administrating JuniorsOfficiatingVolunteering Key Issues Drop out at 16/18 Drop out at 21 Drop out at 30+ Women / Girls Coaching Facilities Quality

9. Programme/Strategies Key Issues Drop out at 16/18School / club / student links Drop out at 21 Drop out at 30+League for All Volunteers Strategy Women / GirlsWomen & Girls Strategy Coaching20 Community Club Coaches FacilitiesCCDP & RFL Facilities Trust QualityClubmark / Leaguemark Research & Information

10. Summary The RFL will continue to work towards increasing participation and improving the quality of the participation experience and will work with all agencies who share these aspirations