Central West Rugby Union (CWRU) chief executive Peter Veenstra is aware the Narromine Gorillas are struggling for player numbers but has full confidence the club will be competitive in 2016.
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Rumours were swirling early this week the Gorillas might not be able to field a side for their round one clash with the Cowra Eagles this weekend.
Veenstra stated officials from the Narromine club had contacted him to confirm they have had low numbers in pre-season.
"We're aware of that," he said.
"They sent us a note saying they were struggling for numbers but we'll wait and see what happens after the first couple of rounds because it can take some time before people appear.
"I think it will work itself out and I'd be very surprised if it didn't but we always look at the positives."
Gorillas president Anthony Tuck could not be reached for comment on the matter.
The Gorillas finished second from bottom in 2015 and only won three of their 18 games.
Veenstra also confirmed there were some slight concerns regarding numbers in the under-19s teams for numerous clubs.
He said there were provisions in place for sides who were having trouble fielding a colts team during the 2016 season.
Veenstra was much more positive when discussing the Blowes Clothing Cup's newest side, the Dubbo Rhinos.
The Rhinos make their return to the premiers competition this season and despite not hearing much from the Rhinos camp, Veenstra said it was a positive thing and a sign they were not in need of any help.
"I haven't heard too much at all from the Rhinos camp but it's going to be really interesting to see how they go," he said.
Despite the few concerns, Veenstra said everything was pointing to a bumper season of Blowes Clothing Cup rugby.
The CWRU hosted two education days during the pre-season, with both drawing in strong numbers.
That positive reaction has Veenstra convinced people have been thinking about the sport for some time already and are ready to use their new knowledge and skills during 2016.
"We had a club administration and referees day and then had Mario Ledesma working on scrums with a few clubs and then we had a significant number of coaches stay for the game management seminar," he said.
"It's the first time we've done the education days and we had some great responses to them and people were interested they were all worth their weight in gold and it will all pay off once the season starts."
