“I don’t think it’s unfair for a coach to make comment” – Leeds Rhinos boss Rohan Smith backs scrutiny of officials but admits ‘disappointment’ with vile abuse

LEEDS RHINOS head coach Rohan Smith has backed coaches' abilities to comment on issues raised during Super League fixtures but admits that he is "disappointed" by the abuse aimed at referee Marcus Griffiths in the aftermath of Leeds' 21-12 loss to Huddersfield Giants at the weekend. Griffiths was targeted by vile homophobic abuse on social media