(Re-Release) Former NRL and Super League Star Lachlan Coote

Send us Fan Mail                         **Re-Release Episode 23 - Original Date: 05/03/2024** Welcome to "Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast," . In this instalment, we're thrilled to have retired NRL and English Super League player, Lachlan Coote, join us. Lachlan stands as one of the greats of the game, boasting an impressive record of over 250 professional games. His achievements include clinching the 2015 NRL Premiership with the North Queensland Cowboys and conquering the 2016 World Club Challenge. Transitioning to the English Super League, Lachlan played a pivotal role in securing a historic 3-Peat during the 2019, 2020, and 2021 Grand Finals at St Helens, also adding the 2021 Challenge Cup to his accolades. On a personal level, Lachlan has garnered numerous awards, including club rookie and player of the year at respective clubs, while earning a spot in the Super League's 2019 dream team. Join us as Lachlan candidly shares his experiences, offering insights from an athlete's perspective on concussions—a journey that eventually led to his medical retirement. This episode is a must-listen for those intrigued by the challenges of a professional sporting career.  -       Introduction to Episode-       Lachlan’s Journey into Sport (1:00)-       Concussion History (4:10)-       Comparing Rehabilitation of Concussion to Other Injuries (7:10)-       Changes on Concussion Management Through the Years (11:00)-       Cultural Changes (13:30)-       Education at Club Level (17:30)-       Adaptation to Rule Changes (19:00)-       Medical Retirement Process (25:20)-       Retirement Process (29:00)-       Post playing life (37:10) Follow Lachlan Coote on Instagram @cootie_01 Subscribe, review and share for new episodes which will drop fortnightlySocial media:Twitter: @first concussionFacebook: Headfirst: A concussion podcastInstagram: Headfirst_ Concussion  Email: [email protected]