The Next Game: A Story Of Transition

Current professional rugby player and freelance writer, Will Hooley, seeks to understand what it takes to make a prosperous transition away from the sports field and into the real world of life after professional sport. Hooley speaks to former, and even current, professional rugby players, who have made that transition, sharing their advice, challenges and experiences. All this, whilst also taking a trip down memory lane, looking back at their rugby careers.

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The Next Game: A Story Of Transition

Damian Hopley & Andrew Lewis

June 23, 2021 • Will Hooley • Season 1 • Episode 8

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It's the final episode of 'Series 1'! Rugby Players' Association (RPA) Founder and CEO, Damian Hopley, accompanied by Sanlam UK Sales Director, Andrew Lewis, come on to the podcast. Hopley discusses how the RPA are pushing to help players with their career transition, whilst also delving into the challenges that rugby and its professional players are facing off the field, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Lewis talks about how Sanlam are partnered with the RPA to help with players transitioning in careers, making sure they are aware of the importance of 'financially planning'. Together, Hopley and Lewis, bring a wealth of experience on the topic of career transition, with brilliant stories and incredible honesty. A must listen!