Shaun Kenny-Dowall joins for first episode of The Players’ Perspective
The Rugby League Players Association is pleased to announce the first ever episode of the RLPA’s podcast The Players’ Perspective, featuring special guest Shaun Kenny-Dowall.
The podcast about the players, by the players. Join the RLPA each episode as we meet the NRL and NRLW players behind the headlines. No filter, no sensationalism, no endless negativity. This is a podcast where players can relax and be themselves, giving fans front-row access to the real rugby league players.
The first episode, recorded in Hull in England features former NRL and Super League star Shaun Kenny-Dowall and hosted by the RLPA’s Keegan Hipgrave.
In this debut episode, Kenny-Dowall discusses his own retirement transition into coaching at Hull KR, finding his identity away from rugby league, and how he’s seen the game change since his debut as a 19 year old.
Other topics include:
Shaun’s career highlight
Who Shaun looked up to as a player
How the RLPA has changed over the course of his career
Adjusting to life in the UK and finding personal connections
The success of the RLPA’s Past Player and Transition Program
Future plans and fatherhood
Listen to The Players’ Perspective with Shaun Kenny-Dowall