Lodge given permission to train with Broncos

The NRL has given Redcliffe player Matt Lodge permission to train with the Broncos under the club’s affiliate agreement with the Dolphins.

Broncos’ chief executive Paul White said today the permission had been confirmed for Lodge to take part in scheduled training sessions with the Broncos.

Lodge however will not be a member of the club’s full-time list, but will join the extended part-time group of players that train with both the Broncos and their affiliate club.

“Redcliffe had sought permission for Matt to undergo extra training with the Broncos under our affiliate arrangement and we have now been advised by the NRL that it has been given,” said Broncos’ chief executive Paul White.

“Matt will continue to play in the Intrust Super Cup with the Redcliffe Dolphins but will also undertake some training session with the Broncos.

“While this is good news for Matt, our club understands that this is not a determination of NRL registration, which is a matter for the NRL.

“In other words, while this does confirm permission for Matt to train with the Broncos, it does not constitute permission to play.

“Our club fully understands and supports the welfare program Matt has been on with Redcliffe, and we will continue to support that.”