While keyboard warriors hurled abuse at Ash Taylor, few knew the extent of the personal struggles the Titans playmaker was going through.
Now Taylor has spoke up about his mental health issues and partner’s miscarriage in the hope it will inspire others to not be afraid to seek help.
Much of the pressure stems from Taylor’s lofty price tag, having joined the Gold Coast as their marquee million dollar man when he signed a contract extension after the 2017 season worth a reported $3.2m over three years.The 24-year old showed immense courage last year to admit he needed help and took time away from the game to get in the right headspace.“There’s been too many in my community where I’m from.
Stenner fell pregnant a third time last year and gave birth to Oscar, the pair’s first child after years of frustration.Source:News Corp Australia Taylor looked a much happier figure running around at last week’s Nines tournament, finishing his two games from the pre-season competition with a try, two forced drop outs and a line break assist.
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