2025 Academic & Excellence Awards
Each year, the Academic & Excellence Awards recognise the incredible commitment NRL and NRLW players show to their education, personal development, cultural leadership, and entrepreneurial pursuits.
From the footy field to the classroom | Olivia Higgins
The story of Olivia Higgins, this year’s NRLW Academic Player of the Year, is a great example of what it looks like when passion on the field is matched by passion in everyday life.
World Mental Health Day | Josh Kerr and Tallisha Harden
Dr. Clinton Schultz sits down with NRL and NRLW stars Josh Kerr and Tallisha Harden to explore how culture and connection can influence mental health and wellbeing.
Not just a footy player | Jasmin Strange
How NRLW star Jasmin Strange is using her own business to develop the next generation of rugby league talent.
A conversation could change a life | R U OK Day
R U OK Day is not just about asking R U OK, it’s about listening, sticking around and following up. A conversation could change a life.
A message from Kieran Foran | Suicide Prevention Day
A message from NRL star Kieran Foran for World Suicide Prevention Day.
League Ahead’s Wellbeing & Education Conference ‘25
The 2025 Annual Wellbeing & Education Conference, delivered by League Ahead, brought WEMs from every club into the same room for two days of learning, collaboration, and practical upskilling.