HOSPITAL physiotherapist Alicia Taylor is preparing for some bruising encounters after being appointed to work with the Jamaican rugby league team.
The Reggae Warriors will make their debut at the 2022 Rugby League World Cup and Alicia will be part of the team providing back-room and touchline support to the squad.
Alicia, who works as rotational physio at Ealing Hospital, said: “These are big guys and common injuries can include concussion, sprains, dislocated shoulders and various repetitive injuries.
“It’s a pretty unforgiving sport but I’ve grown up with the game and love being involved.”
Alicia, 23, has served the Bradford Bulls, Widnes Vikings. London Scholars and her current team, London Broncos, where she works two evenings a week and on match days.
Broncos coach Jermaine Colemen was so impressed with her commitment he asked her to join him after being appointed the Jamaican national coach.
Alicia said: “It’s been a fantastic experience and the team camaraderie makes you feel like one big family.”
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