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Arsenal legend Tony Adams is set to become the next president of
the Rugby Football League (RFL).
The former England footballer will succeed Greater Manchester
mayor Andy Burnham in the role as a figurehead of the sport in
England.
Adams won two Premier League titles and three FA Cups with the
Gunners, but it is his work with rugby league’s welfare programmes
through the Sporting Chance charity he founded in 2000 that has
been key to his appointment.
“Tony Adams is known and respected throughout sport and beyond,
not only for his outstanding playing career with Arsenal, but more
recently for his pioneering work with Sporting Chance,” said RFL
chairman Brian Barwick.
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“The charity has helped more than 400 rugby league players since
the RFL entered into an official partnership with Sporting Chance
in 2011, and Tony himself delivered seminars at Wigan and Hull
earlier this year.
“The game has recognised the importance of mental health, for
players and everyone else involved, and Tony’s election is another
significant step in that regard.”
Adams, who has had stints as a manager at Wycombe Wanderers,
Portsmouth, Gabala and Granada since retiring as a player, added:
“It will be an honour to become the next President of the RFL.
“I am passionate about working with everyone in the sport to
raise the profile of mental health, wellness and resilience, for
players and for everyone in Rugby League.
“I’d like to play my part in championing this brilliant sport on
the national stage.”
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