Manly Warringah Football Association and Manly United have partnered with PhysXrehab, a physiotherapy and rehabilitation clinic based at the Cromer Park clubhouse, to host a series of Player Welfare Talks with the first talk being held on Monday 6th June, 7pm at The Far Post Cromer on the topic of Concussion.
Hosted by guest speakers and PhysXrehab’s Principal Physiotherapist & Head of Medical Sports Science (MUFC), Steve Felsher, there will be a total of four talks covering the topics of concussion in sport, sports nutrition in football, mental health in youth athletes, and injury prevention in football.
As the football season continues the MWFA, Manly United and PhysXrehab feels it is important for our footballing community to have access to educational information surrounding current issues in sport.
These free Player Welfare Talks presented by experts in their fields aim to help coaches, players, managers, and parents gain a greater understanding of these topics and improve player welfare.
“I feel it is essential for players, parents, and coaches to be across the most current evidence-based information on four incredibly important topics in Youth Sport.” Steve Felsher, Head of Medical Sports Science MUFC/ Principal Physiotherapist PhysXrehab said.
“I am very excited to announce that we have secured outstanding presenters and experts in their given field to present to the greater football community and thank the MWFA for partnering with PhysXrehab in this Player Welfare Series “.
All four talks are completely free; however, registration is required – https://manlyunited.wufoo.com/forms/m177bir067ydcp/
Player Welfare Talk Information
All talks held at 7pm at The Far Post Cromer
First Talk: Monday 6th June – Concussion in Sport, presented by, Dr Nicole Sly (Sports Medical Physician)
Second Talk: Monday 4th July – Sports Nutrition in Football, presented by Amanda McCredie (Sports Dietitian)
Third Talk: 1st August – Mental Health in Youth Athletes, presented by Steve Gamble (Director of Man Anchor)
Fourth Talk: 5th September – Injury Prevention in Football, presented by Steve Felsher (Head of Medical & Sports Science MUFC)
