NZ Warriors CEO Cameron George says the club and assistant coach Richard Agar have accepted the penalty imposed by the NRL.
The penalty comes following an investigation into an incident involving Agar during the club’s Round 1 match against Canberra in Las Vegas.
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“It’s in the best interests of the club, the players and the game to accept the penalty and move on,” said George.
“We don’t condone Richard’s actions. While he has a different view on some elements of the breach notice he wants to put the club first and accept the decision.”
The NRL’s penalty stipulates Agar be fined $10,000 (half suspended), is suspended from three NRL matches and is to undertake appropriate education and training.
“I regret what happened and I know it’s not acceptable,” he said.
“I accept the penalty and now want to move forward and learn from this.”
The Warriors play the Wests Tigers in NRL Round 4 on Sunday in Sydney (kick-off 8.15pm NZ Time).