How rugby can help men in prison turn their lives around

Jennifer mustoe-Castle
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Jennifer mustoe-Castle
January 6, 2026
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We were pleased to be featured on Russell Webster’s site in a guest post by our Chief Operating Officer, Jennifer Mustoe‑Castle, exploring how rugby can support men in prison to develop vital life skills and make lasting positive change.

The article shares powerful insights into why play, structured sport and mentoring matter for men who may have missed out on those experiences earlier in life — opening space for connection, self‑regulation and resilience even within the challenging environment of prison. Drawing on real stories from our Rugby Academy and mentoring programmes, the piece highlights the role sport can play in rehabilitation, social integration and wellbeing.

READ THE ARTICLE:
https://www.russellwebster.com/how-rugby-can-help-men-in-prison-turn-their-lives-around

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