Hardaker

[medlocke]

14 months ban

http://www.rugby-league.com/article/522 ... m=referral

[josie andrews]

Former Castleford Tigers star Zak Hardaker has been suspended for 14 months by UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) following his positive test for a metabolite of Cocaine that was found in a urine sample.

Following a one day hearing in front of the National Anti-Doping Panel, Hardaker was charged by UKAD with committing an Anti-Doping Rule Violation (ADVR) under Article 2.1 of the UK Anti-Doping Rules.

It was held that the period of his ineligibility to play Rugby League should be limited to 14 months. He was suspended on 8 September 2017, which means he will be eligible to return to play Rugby League on 7 November 2018.

Hardaker was represented by Sam Pawson (Associate) and Nils O’Donoghue (Partner), solicitors specialising in Sports Law at Chadwick Lawrence in Leeds. They worked alongside leading Sports Law Barrister, Daniel Saoul.

Zak’s legal team successfully argued that, as a result of a number of exceptional circumstances, the 26-year-old, former England player, bore no significant fault in committing an ADVR.

The legal team at Chadwick Lawrence commented: “We believe the correct verdict has been returned and we would like to thank the Tribunal for their professionalism. This was a truly exceptional case, where the drug use was never linked to performance enhancement.

“In this regard Zak would never take any substance to achieve an unfair advantage and we are pleased that the decision of the Tribunal has recognised this fact.

“He was commended by the Tribunal for his impressive comprehensive evidence and the fact that he made no attempt to downplay his conduct and was utterly frank with them.

“The last 2 years have been an extremely difficult period for Zak who, away from the public eye, has bravely battled a number of personal traumas.

“Zak has asked for privacy at this time but thanked his family and close friends for helping him through this difficult period.”

http://www.totalrl.com/hardaker-suspend ... 14-months/

[OAMJSONA]

Zak Hardaker: Former Castleford Tigers full-back banned for 14 months after cocaine use

Breaking news
Ex-Castleford Tigers full-back Zak Hardaker has been banned for 14 months for testing positive for cocaine before the 2017 Super League Grand Final.

After a one-day hearing, brought by UK Anti-Doping (UKAD), he was charged with committing an anti-doping violation.

A trace of cocaine was found in the 26-year-old's urine sample after an in-competition test in September.This information was copied from BBC sports news today 30th April

Hardaker will be banned from all sport until 7 November when he will be free to join a new club.

[OAMJSONA]

Wonder if the rumour about him coming to us is correct any one know anything further on this

[thegimble]

Wonder if the rumour about him coming to us is correct any one know anything further on this

Themole said yesterday he has signed for us. As official as we can get it given his accuracy until its announced.

[DaveO]

Well the 7th November ties in with Sam T leaving at the end of the season. As we can't actually sign Hardaker until 7th November I would not be surprised if we have to put up with the speculation all the way until then.

[ian b]

just in time for pre season training

[ian.birchall]

just in time for pre season training

But will stains try to sign him as well to replace Barba?????

[shaunedwardsfanclub]

HE SIGNED WEEKS AGO.

[josie andrews]

HE SIGNED WEEKS AGO.

No need to shout ????