Collective bargaining disagreement

[Cultured_Bogan]

But they do have the opportunity to get educated during their time playing NRL and start another careeer post footy.

I came out of Army from an airborne background. Plenty of my mates were buggered up from jumping in and carrying 3/4 of their body weight over large distances They managed to get educated, get jobs, pay for their medical expenses (although many did receive some compensation).

Not sure why it is "so hard" for NRL payers.

Sure the $ are good and it is a short career - but it isn't the only one they will have. Invest what you get, set up a good super fund, get yourself educated and then use your name to get a leg up on a new career.

FFS - stop whinging.

My uncle was a paratrooper. Had a bad jump and broke his shoulder. Left the Army and had to get a mature age apprenticeship as a fridge mechanic.

It happens everyday and these guys think because they grow up in a bubble they should be protected forever.

 

[Tucker]

If only they had lengthy periods of time to upskill themselves and prepare for their next career. Like an 'off-season' or similar concept.

The off season is for drugs and womanising.
Only a nerd would use that time for self improvement.

 

[Cultured_Bogan]

The off season is for drugs and womanising.
Only a nerd would use that time for self improvement.

I use my "off season" for doing things around the house and maybe stealing away for a quick holiday.

Some don't even get the four weeks that I'm entitled to.

 

[Pascoes_barber]

I use my "off season" for doing things around the house and maybe stealing away for a quick holiday.

Some don't even get the four weeks that I'm entitled to.

Hell, if they end up playing for the Tigers their calendar is free from the start of September onwards.