Greg Harris was appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Rugby Union Players’ Association in August 2010.

Prior to taking up this appointment Greg had established a successful professional career across a diverse range of portfolios within the sporting industry.

He was the Executive Director of Sydney University Sport from 1992 to 2008 where he established the premier university sporting program in Australia. In 2008 he was appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Western Force and Rugby WA before returning to Sydney at the end of 2009 and was a consultant to the Melbourne Rebels in 2010.

Greg was also Chairman of the National Rugby League Education and Welfare Committee (2003-2008), Chairman of the Australian University Sport Committee on Student Service Fees (2005-2008), an Industry Advisory Board Member to the Faculty of Education and Social Work at the University of Sydney (2007- 2008) and to Sports Knowledge Australia (2005-2008).

Greg began his senior sporting career playing AFL for the St. George club whilst still at high school. He was invited to train with VFL club Richmond but elected to study economics at the University of Sydney where he joined the rugby union club.

As a rugby union player he represented Sydney University in first grade competition from 1973-1977. He also represented Sydney Rugby Union (1975-1977) and Australian Universities (1974-1977) and in 1978 he played a season of rugby league for Cronulla-Sutherland.

Greg’s sporting talent in 1979 returned to AFL where he captain-coached East Sydney to four premiership wins as well as being captain and coach of the NSW AFL team. During 1989-1991 Greg coached the Sydney Swans under-19 team and was the Chairman of Selectors at the Sydney Swans from 1994 to 1996.

Greg’s other passion is his keen interest in thoroughbred horse racing and breeding.

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Since commencing her career in the sport industry in 1990, Rosemary attended three Olympic Games (1992, 1996 and 2000) as part of the Australian Team in the Athlete Service and Administration sections.

In 2001, she moved to the NSW Institute of Sport (NSWIS) where she worked in the Athlete Career and Education field co-ordinating the delivery of the Athlete Services area to the 700 NSWIS athletes on scholarship.

Rosemary commenced at the RUPA in 2007 as the National Player Development Manager.  In this role she is responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of the ARU/RUPA Personal & Career Development Program across the Super Rugby Teams. This program provides the specialist support necessary for professional players to succeed in their off field endeavours at the same time as achieving success on field.

Rosemary has completed a Graduate Diploma in Management (Sport) through the University of Technology, Sydney and a Graduate Certificate in Career Counselling for Elite Performers through the Victorian University.  Rosemary represents professional sports on the Elite Athlete Friendly University committee.

Sue Crawford looks after Player Career Development at Brumbies Rugby.

Sue is a committed professional who enjoys working with and assisting athletes make career, personal and professional choices and changes in their lives.  Sue has provided career and education advice to the Brumbies since November 2001 and enjoys the challenges and achievements of working with elite athletes.

Sue brings a combination of personal experience, academic study at undergraduate and graduate levels, and work experience over a long and successful career in the career industry.

In 2000, Sue established a private practice in career counselling and psychological services in Canberra which continues today.  For contrast and balance in her working life, Sue conducts personal and coaching programs for staff and students at the Australian National University.

Sue is a Registered Psychologist and her qualifications include a Graduate Diploma in Applied Psychology, Bachelor of Applied Psychology, Graduate Diploma in Education all from the University of Canberra and Bachelor of Arts (Honours in Anthropology) from the Australian National University.  Sue has also completed a Cert IV in Workplace Training and Assessment.

Player Career Development at the Emirates Western Force is looked after by Gavin Williams.  Gavin has provided the players with encouragement & strategies to engage in the Personal & Career Development Program since 2008.

After completing an undergraduate degree in Management, Marketing & Small Business Innovation Gavin acquired experience delivering Career services to a broad range of the community.  Gavin is motivated by the opportunity to help others find a career path that is a positive aspect in their lives, and is enthusiastic about the field of Career Development.  A Professional Member of the Career Development Association of Australia, Gavin is currently completing a Master of Career Development through Edith Cowan University.

Gavin has acquired skills in counselling and coaching individuals to reflect on their values & explore opportunities of interest.  With a strong understanding of the relationship between Social Media & Career Development Gavin helped to establish the RUPA Social Media Guidelines for Australian Super 15 players.

Supporting individuals to find success on field and build a future beyond the game is a rewarding role and Gavin considers it to be a privilege to be part of the Rugby Union community.

Cameron Yorke is the Player Development Manager for the newest addition to the Super Rugby franchise the Melbourne Rebels. 

He moved to Melbourne after 10 years as a sport management lecturer and course coordinator at the School of Business Law & Taxation, Curtin University, Western Australia.  Cameron also co-ordinates the delivery of the Rebels 5 Star Community Program.

Cameron’s elite sporting background is in the sport of athletics where he is currently nationally ranked as a 400m hurdler, and holds the Australian record for Men’s 30-35 years 400m hurdles.  He has also served on the boards of Athletics Western Australia and Victoria, and has spent 2 seasons working in Athletics Australia’s competitions department.

Cameron has completed a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting & Sports Administration and a Masters of Sports Administration at Curtin University as well as a number of player welfare courses.

Sam Coen joined the RUPA as Player Development Manager at the Queensland Reds in 2010.  Sam has a background in AFL, having spent time working with both The Essendon FC and AFL Victoria assisting athletes in their off field development early in their careers.

Sam has completed a Bachelor of Business (Sport & Leisure Management) through LaTrobe University and is currently studying Indigenous Mental Health and Wellbeing at USQ.  Sam has completed his Level 1 AFL Coaching accreditation.

Lachlan McBain is the Player Development Manager for the HSBC NSW Waratahs.

Lachlan joined RUPA in February 2010 with a wide-ranging career background in rugby.  He spent 2 years working for Victorian Rugby Union in the Development team and further years at NSW Rugby in the capacity of Junior Rugby Administrator.  He brings a unique coupling of passion for rugby and broad experience in training and development.

Lachlan has completed a Bachelor of Social Sciences majoring in Human Resource Management from RMIT University.  He is also an ARU SmartRugby Accredited Presenter, an Australian Rugby Union Level 2 Coach and an Australian Rugby Union Level 1 Referee.