Beyond the Game - Rugby Players Ireland

Beyond the Game is a dedicated resource for former players, focusing on four key pillars:

Care, Change, Community & Connection.

Supported by the Global Rugby Players Foundation (GRPF), Beyond the Game empowers players to thrive in life beyond rugby, while staying connected to the game and to each other.

Life after rugby is the beginning of something new. Guided by GRPF’s mission to help players who have contributed so much to the game achieve their full potential beyond it, Beyond the Game is here to support you in building a fulfilling next chapter. You’ve given everything to rugby; now, let us help you shape what comes next.

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Global Rugby Players Foundation

The Global Rugby Players Foundation was founded by players, for players, to help those who contributed to the game achieve their full potential beyond it.

Sign up now for GRPF’s free online Learning Platform. Open to all current and former professional players you can start accessing courses in career development, personal growth and emotional wellbeing.

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Our Other Pillars

Brain Health Service

The Rugby Players Ireland Brain Health Service is the first step in your proactive approach to understanding and protecting long-term wellbeing.

Ireland Sports Fund

A scholarship fund providing financial assistance to support Irish rugby players’ education and career development.

Support Fund

A support fund providing financial assistance to those facing unexpected difficulties, such as medical costs or career challenges. It offers temporary relief to help regain stability.

Mental Wellbeing Service

A dedicated support network that provides current and former players, as well as their partners, with access to confidential mental health and wellbeing services.