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Life after sport

Life after sport

Francis Stephenson | January 24, 2024


Navigating the transition from a life dedicated to professional sports to the uncharted territories of retirement is a challenge shared by many ...

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Player to coach transition

Player to coach transition

Francis Stephenson | January 22, 2024


The transition from player to coach within the same sport and team is a profound journey, requiring individuals to navigate intricate emotional and ...

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Transferable skills - communication

Transferable skills - communication

Francis Stephenson | January 17, 2024


In the world of sports, communication isn't just about the spoken word; it's a dynamic interplay of verbal and non-verbal cues that can make the ...

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Rookies: setbacks to comebacks

Rookies: setbacks to comebacks

Francis Stephenson | January 9, 2024


Commencing a rugby career is a thrilling journey marked by the promise of triumphs and the inevitable presence of setbacks.

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Transition: premature retirement

Transition: premature retirement

Francis Stephenson | January 8, 2024


A rugby career is a journey marked by physical challenges, triumphs, and a sense of identity intertwined with the sport.

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Rookies: navigating your first year

Rookies: navigating your first year

Francis Stephenson | January 7, 2024


Transitioning from youth or community rugby to the professional stage is an exhilarating progression marked by a mix of excitement and challenges.

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Edinburgh dementia research: second visit

Edinburgh dementia research: second visit

Francis Stephenson | January 6, 2024


In the heart of Edinburgh, I returned to the University for the next chapter in a vital study about the brains of sports warriors. This time, the MRI ...

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Athlete struggles with retirement

Athlete struggles with retirement

Francis Stephenson | January 5, 2024


Retirement from professional sports is a significant milestone that every player eventually confronts.

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Rookies: the challenges of a young professional

Rookies: the challenges of a young professional

Francis Stephenson | January 4, 2024


Embarking on a career in sports performance is undoubtedly thrilling, yet it brings forth a unique set of challenges, especially for young ...

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Rookie transitions

Rookie transitions

Francis Stephenson | January 3, 2024


Embarking on the journey from community player to a young professional athlete is an exhilarating yet complex transition. The allure of the game, the ...

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Big read: The role of club welfare managers

Big read: The role of club welfare managers

John Ledger | December 18, 2023


Rugby League has taken an increasingly progressive and proactive approach in recent years towards safeguarding the health of players and staff ...

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Big read: Gareth Ellis joins RL Cares

Big read: Gareth Ellis joins RL Cares

John Ledger | December 18, 2023


Player are at the heart of what Rugby League Cares does.

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