The RFL are excited to announce the extension of their partnership with Polar who will be providing the organisation with leading GPS products.
First Utility Super League referees will use the Polar M400 as a central part of their fitness training, combining the best of GPS and 24/7 activity tracking with advanced sports technology using Bluetooth Smart. The innovative training product provides in-depth planning and analysis with the Polar Flow web service, enabling match officials to follow their progress and get a deeper insight into their performance.
RFL Commercial Director Chris Rawlings said: “We are delighted to extend our partnership with Polar UK. Rugby League as a sport has always embraced new technologies such as the video referees.
“This latest partnership with Polar allows us to continue to stay at the forefront of sport and provide a reliable training aid for our match officials.
“By collecting and analysing data during training and games, heart rate based monitoring allows referees to make informed decisions about their physical state.”
Malcolm Douglas, Managing Director of Polar UK said: “Polar has a proud heritage in team sports and we are delighted to be working with the RFL.
“The innovative technology of the Polar M400 will allow match officials to take their fitness training to a new level so that they are fully prepared for match action.”
For more information on the Polar M400 please visit www.polar.com