Karen Thompson

[Shaun Lunt @Shaun_Lunt]

**To every young player who has just been released from a scholarship... this is for you. ❤️🏉**

I know exactly how you're feeling.

The disappointment is real. You might even feel like your world has been turned upside down or that your dream of becoming a professional rugby player is over.

But trust me...

**Just because you don't fit into someone's plans doesn't mean you won't fit into someone else's.**

I'm living proof of that.

Throughout my career I was told I wasn't good enough more times than I can remember. I had setback after setback, knock after knock.

But our setbacks don't define us...

**Our reactions do.**

Are we really going to give up on our dreams at the first hurdle?

I didn't.

At the ripe old age of **21**, I made my Super League debut. By **23**, I was representing England. I went on to win a Super League Grand Final, the League Leaders' Shield and play in multiple Challenge Cup Finals.

None of that happens if I listen to the people who said I wasn't good enough.

So if you've been released this week, remember this...

**Your dream isn't over. You've just hit a bump in the road.**

Now it's your decision.

Will you let this define you?

Or will you use it as fuel to prove people wrong?

If you're resilient, mentally tough and refuse to take **no** for an answer, then keep working, keep improving and keep putting yourself in front of opportunities.

**Get yourself on AthltiQ.**

Build your profile. Upload your highlights. Let coaches and scouts see the player you're becoming.

Because all it takes is **one person** to believe in you.

And until then...

**Believe in yourself.**

Please tag any players, parents, coaches or clubs who need to see this. ❤️

#AthltiQ #MakeYourOwnLuck #Scholarship #RugbyLeague #PlayerPathway #Resilience #MentalToughness #NeverGiveUp #FutureStars

[Karen Thompson @KtMummybear]

@loverugbyleague @AndyReds22 Don't forget they were called out for nit doing due diligence over tge last debacle so personally understand why they're cautious thisvtime

[Karen Thompson @KtMummybear]

@M_Shaw1 Just more debt then

[Derek John Beaumont @derek_beaumont]

Some of the comments on here. The decisions were taken by the previous board and chair of the RFL along with the then chair and board of RLC which contained the same person that was also the chair of the special measures committee that salford were under in 2024. It was that situation and those decisions that led to the council members overwhelmingly voting to change the chair and board. To criticise the current board and yet again Nigel Wood is inappropriate. He and his newly formed board are working excessively to deal with what was inherited whilst reviewing and implementing on the go. Judge them on what they deliver and are accountable for. Yes the executives involved currently remain and the whole process is as I understand it being investigated. As an owner due to play them next at home when other clubs have played them twice at home already our club is financially compromised. That position evolving was notified in writing by me in November and continually therein reserving my clubs rights in full which still remains the case. I will reserve that position until such time as the full outcome is known and continue to support Nigel and the new board of the RFL whilst they navigate this situation. They are left to pick up the pieces and we should be respectful to that process and that the clubs identified issues with how the game was being run and took action. It’s not a time for I told you so but for solving the issue effectively and promptly which I am confident will be the case. From a @LeighLeopardsRL perspective we will keep our members partners and supporters updated as efficiently as we can. I am currently seeing this on a flight to the states on pleasure and potential rugby business but will take tight grip on what ensues in the best interests of our stakeholders referred to and communicate effectively. On a separate note I hope everyone enjoys the mouthwatering offering in tonight’s game between Wigan and KR and that it produces some positive headlines for the game 🏉

[Karen Thompson @KtMummybear]

@derek_beaumont Well said Derek

[SalfordRedArmy @SalfordArmy]

Give anything to be back at The Willows 😢

[Andy Lancashire @CityRed1]

My Club since 1960s; My sons since 1990s; My Dad’s since 1930s, My Grandpa’s since 1900s. CLUB, FAMILY & COMMUNITY . Please reshare.

[Karen Thompson @KtMummybear]

@danscully8 Great news Danny. Onwards & upwards 💪💪

[Karen Thompson @KtMummybear]

@kbyrne7 @CathJoeTom No we're in Southport for Easter x

[Karen Thompson @KtMummybear]

@nstaylor8 Thanks for the memories Tim. Good luck to you & your family down under ❤️

[Karen Thompson @KtMummybear]

@MattTurner_WG @WarringtonRLFC Gutted to see you go but can't fault you Marc! Good luck xx

[Karen Thompson @KtMummybear]

@bullybully8 That's so special ❤️

[Karen Thompson @KtMummybear]

@TheTrevorHunt @LeighLeopardsRL @ManUtd Sorry for your loss Trevor. Take care x

[Penny @phughes76340646]

Share the hell out of this 🤬🤬

[Waterhead Warriors @WaterheadARLFC]

Join kevin as he stops at his community club @WaterheadARLFC tomorrow on his final leg of the 7in7 challenge @mndassoc

[Karen Thompson @KtMummybear]

@M_Shaw1 @Six_Again Too close to Challenge Cup Final in my opinion!

[Ian Smith @Iansmith2468]

I'm just shy of 50% of my target of sales for my autobiography 'My Final Whistle' thank you to all those who have already bought it & for your lovely feedback. It's £11.99 plus £2.50 P&P. All profits are split between @stateofmindsprt & @ParkinsonsUK Oldham Branch.

[Batley Sporting Foundation @BatleySPF]

🧸 The Big Bulldogs Toy Drive campaign has begun, but we need your help to raise funds to help as many children as possible! In the last three years, we have helped more than 1,000 children in North Kirklees, so we would love to help more this year.

https://t.co/WCPedtwmpZ

[Karen Thompson @KtMummybear]

Good luck boys 🖤🤍🖤🤍

[Saddleworth Rangers @SaddRangers]

Congratulations to our 18's who have made the @NWCYJRL cup final. Saturday 5th October 2024 @osjrugby 12.30pm against @AshtonBears B. #comeonrangers