Some of rugby league's biggest and best players will run out for the Indigenous All Stars on Saturday night but the sport is facing new challenges when it comes to pathways for Indigenous coaches and players.
abc.net.au/news/indigenous-all-stars-rugby-league/101948586As some of rugby league's biggest names prepare to represent their culture and people in Saturday night's All-Star match, the next generation of Indigenous stars faces new hurdles in its quest to emulate its heroes.
Given the majority of Indigenous players and coaches come from the bush, it makes the journey to the top level all the more difficult. "So we struggle to get those kids into the entry level of that pathway and these days if you're not in the elite system and those elite competitions by the time you're at that age you won't make it, because the game is struggling in the bush and you can't catch up.For Widders, the solution is to provide those communities with easier access to top-level training programs to ensure the transition to the elite pathways is easier.
"We have to make it easier for them to gain that experience. That costs money, so we need to invest more out there and find revenue streams, funding or sponsorship models that can sponsor programs that will strengthen our Indigenous communities and their clubs around how they can provide a more professional and enjoyable experience for young kids playing our game.
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