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Welfare managers undertake CPD training

Welfare managers undertake CPD training

John Ledger | February 3, 2023


Rugby League Cares has reaffirmed its commitment to providing world class levels of support to the sport’s playing community by running a two-day ...

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The impact of head trauma and concussion

The impact of head trauma and concussion

James Graham | November 24, 2022


Across all codes of contact sport there’s a new focus on the long-term impacts of head trauma after a series of high profile incidents.

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"I'm fighting a battle" - Stevie Ward and concussion

Francis Stephenson | September 14, 2022


Stevie Ward has been battling persistent post-concussion symptoms since suffering two head injuries early in 2020. In this Sky Sports documentary, ...

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Matty Russell on alcohol and gambling

Matty Russell on alcohol and gambling

Matty Russell | September 10, 2022


Scotland international Matty Russell chats about the uncertainties of professional sport on this Love Rugby League podcast.

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The science of gratitude

The science of gratitude

Steve McCormack | September 9, 2022


This informative video looks at the science of gratitude, which studies have shown can have a significant impact on mental and physical health.

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Toolkit for sleep

Toolkit for sleep

Steve Hardisty | September 6, 2022


This podcast from Huberman Lab provides a host of information on what makes us sleepy, sleep soundly, and feel awake and alert.

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Kallum Watkins | The struggles behind success

Kallum Watkins | The struggles behind success

Kallum Watkins | September 2, 2022


England centre Kallum Watkins shares an open and honest account of the struggles that lie behind his success....

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Mike Cooper | Dealing with pressure

Mike Cooper | Dealing with pressure

Mike Cooper | September 1, 2022


England forward Mike Cooper discusses some of the biggest mental challenges an elite sportsperson will face, and his thoughts on managing tough ...

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Josh Jones | My mental health

Josh Jones | My mental health

Josh Jones | September 1, 2022


Huddersfield Giants second row Josh Jones has been a big supporter of Offload, the mental fitness programme from RL Cares, since its launch in 2017.

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Josh Dugan's struggle with painkillers

Josh Dugan's struggle with painkillers

Francis Stephenson | August 31, 2022


In an incredibly candid interview, former Kangaroos full-back Josh Dugan talks about his personal demons, coping with stress and anxiety, and how he ...

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The impact of social media

The impact of social media

Francis Stephenson | August 30, 2022


Rugby union players Chris Ashton, Ugo Monye and Danny Care discuss their experiences with social media abuse and how to deal with online trolls.

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Rangi Chase: My return to Rugby League

Rangi Chase: My return to Rugby League

Francis Stephenson | August 25, 2022


Former England stand-off and Man of Steel Rangi Chase spoke to Alex Simmons ahead of his return to Rugby League after two years away.

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