Jo, 24, embraced an opportunity at her local rugby club to gain work experience in physiotherapy and once qualified returned to the offer her services for free.
Jo has volunteered in different capacities at Newsome Panthers taking on the role of Team Manager for the under 16s, providing physio for under 13s and coaching under 8s in the summer.
Most recently, Jo has volunteered as Development Manager, a role allowing her to establish close connections in the community such as with schools, where she will be able to coach rugby and provide the correct techniques and equipment. This role is extremely beneficial to the club as she encourages new children in the community to join Newsome Panthers.
As the club physio, Jo attends any player, from any age group, ranging from 6 to 18 years-old and with any physical problem. She does this in her own time and at no cost to the players.
Jo has a good relationship with the club players and as well as encouraging the teams with her enthusiastic personality, she has gained their confidence in her as club physio. Jo is able to identify when a player is at risk of injuring themselves during a game and offers advice on whether he or she should continue or take time out to rest, so as to not cause any serious long term injury. As well as being committed to providing physio support to members of Newsome Panthers, Jo has also been physio for the Kirklees Service Area and is currently establishing connections with the university in order to get students involved with the club.
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