Michaela Brake: Motherhood, Mental Health, and Her Black Ferns Return

Olympic gold medalist Michaela Brake is redefining the professional athlete-mother archetype by balancing a return to the Black Ferns Sevens with the realities of early motherhood. According to Newsroom, Brake’s transition highlights a growing trend in sports: professional organizations are increasingly implementing parental policies that allow athletes to travel with infants and support staff, signaling … Read more

Awhina Tangen-Wainohu: From Rugby Escape to Life After Medical Retirement

Beyond the Pitch: Why Athlete Welfare is the New Frontier of Professional Sports The recent medical retirement of Black Ferns star Awhina Tangen-Wainohu following a career-ending neck injury serves as a sobering reminder: the human cost of professional sports is evolving. As the calendar for elite athletes grows increasingly crowded, the conversation is shifting from … Read more