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Player welfare, concussion and lawsuits with James Graham

Player welfare, concussion and lawsuits with James Graham

James Graham | November 15, 2024


Former St Helens and England prop James Graham chairs a fascinating discussion tackling a wide range of player wellbeing issues in the latest edition ...

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The stars shine brightly at Hall of Fame dinner

The stars shine brightly at Hall of Fame dinner

John Ledger | November 13, 2024


The greatest rugby league players in the sport’s 129-year history were celebrated in fitting style in October when Rugby League Cares hosted the 2024 ...

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RL Cares delighted to be part of England's autumn success

RL Cares delighted to be part of England's autumn success

John Ledger | November 13, 2024


Rugby League Cares is proud to have played a small but important part in the fantastic success enjoyed by England teams over the autumn international ...

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Wigan to host December brain health memory clinic

Wigan to host December brain health memory clinic

John Ledger | November 11, 2024


Rugby League Cares is now booking appointments for the December Memory Clinic at which current and former professional players can get help and ...

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Andy Lynch | My transition story

Andy Lynch | My transition story

Steve Hardisty | October 15, 2024


We caught up with former Castleford, Bradford and Hull prop Andy Lynch recently when he returned to the UK on holiday to visit family and friends, ...

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RL Cares secures prestigious sponsor for RL Hall of Fame dinner

RL Cares secures prestigious sponsor for RL Hall of Fame dinner

John Ledger | October 11, 2024


Rugby League Cares is pleased to announce Slater Heelis as sponsors of the 2024 Rugby League Hall of Fame dinner. The Manchester-based law firm, ...

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Luke Bryan and the RL Benevolent Fund

Luke Bryan and the RL Benevolent Fund

Steve Ball | October 9, 2024


Luke Bryan was left paralysed from the neck down after suffering a serious spinal injury in a seemingly innocuous tackle while playing for his local ...

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Passing the torch: How current and former players can support end-of-career transitions

Passing the torch: How current and former players can support end-of-career transitions

Colin Maskill | October 8, 2024


The final whistle blows, the crowd roars, and the adrenaline fades. For professional athletes, this moment signals not only the end of a game but ...

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Ellis Rugby to partner Hall of Fame induction dinner

Ellis Rugby to partner Hall of Fame induction dinner

John Ledger | October 6, 2024


Rugby League Cares and the Rugby Football League are delighted to announce Ellis Rugby as the official partner of the 2024 Hall of Fame Induction ...

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England Wheelchair star Lewis King appointed RL Cares ambassador

England Wheelchair star Lewis King appointed RL Cares ambassador

John Ledger | October 1, 2024


Rugby League Cares is delighted to announce England Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup winner Lewis King as an Official Ambassador. The 39-year-old ...

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More than a game: Harvey Moore's inspiring journey of love and resilience

More than a game: Harvey Moore's inspiring journey of love and resilience

Paula Cullen | September 24, 2024


In the world of professional sports, where victories and defeats often dominate the headlines, there are stories that transcend the scoreboard, ...

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Barrie Winrow and the RL Benevolent Fund

Barrie Winrow and the RL Benevolent Fund

Steve Ball | September 18, 2024


In September 1973, Barrie Winrow suffered a devastating injury playing amateur rugby league for a local club in Wigan. Barrie damaged vertebrae in ...

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