Super League legend Adrian Morley lands new role in the sport

Super League legend Adrian Morley has been appointed to a key off-field role with the former Great Britain star claiming that he is ‘privileged’ to do so.

‘Moz’ as he is affectionately nicknamed was an icon of rugby league in both hemispheres with the forward being the only Englishman ever to lift both the Super League and NRL trophies.

He is also one of an elite group to make 50 or more international appearances with Morley awarded a ‘Golden Cap’ by the Rugby League International Federation for doing so.

Now, he acts as a prominent pundit for The Sportsman and the ex-Super League star has been appointed as Player Ambassador and Wellbeing Manager for Rugby League Cares.

Rugby League Cares is an independent charity aimed at supporting and representing those at every level of the sport. Morley’s appointment will see him involved in a “wide range of projects” whilst also representing the charity as an ambassador.

Morley recently played in the 745 Game aimed at raising money for several MND charities.

Super League legend Adrian Morley lands new role

News of his appointment was confirmed by the charity who released a statement detailing the 47-year-old’s incredible career accolades and his new role.

It read: “Rugby League Cares are delighted to confirm the appointment of Adrian Morley as Player Ambassador and Wellbeing Manager.

The three-time Challenge Cup final winner will work alongside the wider RL Cares wellbeing team on a wide range of projects, as well as representing the charity in an ambassadorial role.

“I’m very excited by this opportunity to work with such a great organisation and am looking forward to building on the success RL Cares has achieved over recent years, in terms of its support for both players and the wider rugby league family,” said Adrian.

“It’s been a privilege for me to support the charity over the last few years by taking part in the annual fundraising bike ride and the opportunity to work with such a committed team came at just the right time.”

RL Cares Director of Wellbeing Steve McCormack said: “We are thrilled to welcome Adrian on board and it’s very exciting to have such a hugely respected person working with us.

“Adrian knows what we do really well and shares all our values: he brings a wealth of experience from an outstanding professional career in both the UK and Australia and will enhance the important work done by staff across the charity.”