Perth Bears CEO Anthony De Ceglie steps down ahead of NRL debut
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 9:07 AM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
The Perth Bears announced CEO Anthony De Ceglie has resigned immediately amid pressure from the club's board. De Ceglie's departure comes as the Bears prepare for their inaugural NRL season in five months. While Coach Mal Meninga expresses confidence in the team’s roster, ongoing tensions within the coaching staff have also been raised. Gareth Holmes, the newly appointed General Manager of Football, will serve as interim CEO until a permanent replacement is found. The Bears are scheduled to start pre-season training in just over a month.
- •De Ceglie's resignation was effective immediately.
- •The Bears will debut in the NRL in five months.
- •Mal Meninga remains confident despite coaching staff tensions.
- •Gareth Holmes will take over as interim CEO.
- •Pre-season training begins in just over a month.
- 9:07 AMZero Tackle NRL — Perth Bears confirm CEO decision ahead of first NRL game
"The Bears are just five months from their first game.
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