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Dean Widders: the pride and passion of indigenous players

Dean Widders: the pride and passion of indigenous players

Steve McCormack | February 23, 2024


On my recent fact-finding trip to Australia I caught up with former Castleford Tigers player Dean Widders, who now works as Indigenous Player Welfare ...

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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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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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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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Rookie Camp 2024

Rookie Camp 2024

John Ledger | December 13, 2023


Eighty of the players who will largely form rugby league’s elite for the next decade and beyond came together on the eve of their breakthrough season ...

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From playing to personal training

From playing to personal training

John Ledger | September 26, 2023


Former Wakefield Trinity players Graham and Martin Law now run a successful gym and fitness business, but their journey into retirement hasn't always ...

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Rugby League All Stars

Rugby League All Stars

Keith Senior | September 19, 2023


The Rugby League All Stars are a team of retired professional RL players who play semi-contact or touch rugby league to raise funds for charities. ...

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The power of a reunion

The power of a reunion

Francis Stephenson | September 12, 2023


Increasing numbers of players are rediscovering their links with the game via dedicated club past players associations, arresting a trend that had ...

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