Rugby

Changing The Game with Campbell Johnstone

In the world of rugby, where strength, determination, and camaraderie reign supreme, one remarkable individual, Campbell Johnstone, has emerged as a beacon of hope and inspiration for both the sport and the LGBTQ+ community. His story is a testament to resilience, authenticity, and the power of breaking barriers.

Campbell Johnstone's name resonates within New Zealand rugby circles as an All Black and a Canterbury Crusaders rugby star in the early 2000s. His prowess on the field was undeniable, and he left an indelible mark on the sport. But it was in early 2023 that Campbell's name transcended the boundaries of the rugby pitch and became a symbol of courage and progress worldwide. Why? Because Campbell Johnstone made history by becoming the first-ever openly gay All Black.

Campbell's journey is not just about rugby; it's a story of self-discovery, authenticity, and unwavering determination. In an environment where stereotypes and traditional norms often cast a shadow, Campbell's decision to step out as his authentic self was nothing short of revolutionary. He defied conventions and chose to live his truth.

In doing so, Campbell Johnstone became a source of inspiration not only for fellow athletes but for countless individuals facing the daunting challenge of embracing their own identities. He has shown the world that one's sexual orientation should never limit their dreams or ambitions, and that authenticity is a force to be reckoned with.

Campbell's story is a testament to the transformative power of authenticity. It's a reminder that embracing who you are, regardless of societal expectations, can lead to greatness. His journey encourages us to break free from the constraints that may hold us back, to be bold, and to pursue our dreams with unwavering determination.

As an openly gay All Black, Campbell Johnstone has redefined the landscape of rugby, dismantling barriers, and opening doors for future generations. His legacy extends beyond the try lines and scrums; it's a legacy of acceptance, inclusivity, and hope.

In a world that sometimes lacks understanding and compassion, Campbell's story is a shining beacon that reminds us to stand tall, live authentically, and strive for excellence without fear of judgment. He is a role model, a hero, and a symbol of progress, reminding us all that we can be true to ourselves and make history in the process.

Campbell Johnstone's journey is a story of triumph, resilience, and above all, being unapologetically true to oneself. His journey is one of hope for the future, a future where acceptance and authenticity are celebrated.

'No Matter how it looks on the outside, its whats inside the mind that counts' with Niklas Boyer

Nicklas Boyer is an American Rugby Union Player who plays as a scrum-half for the Houston Sabercats of Major League Rugby ( MLR ) and the United State men's National Team.

He has also represented the United States with the USA Selects, multiple age-grade sides and in rugby sevens, has played for the United States men's national team and the USA Falcons.

He was a member of the San Diego Legion team that competed in Major League Rugby's inaugural 2018 season which saw him make his debut for the Legion on April 22, 2018, starting at scrum-half, in a 39–23 defeat to Seattle.

This episode we find out about Nick's journey, dealing with anxiety at a young age, overcoming the negative voice in his head that told him he was not good enough through to his incredible career as a professional sportsman who now gets to share his story and advocacy towards Mental Health to be the change and help others know to not struggle in silence and to speak up.

To find out more about Nicklas and to keep up to date with him, be sure to follow him through his socials @nicklasboyer

'My body shut down on me and I got a wake up call' with Malakai Watene-Zelezniak

Malakai Watene-Zelezniak is a former rugby league footballer who played for the Penrith Panthers in two separate spells, and the West Tigers in the NRL and also briefly played rugby union for the New South Wales Country Eagles in the National Rugby Championship.

On 21 January 2021, he announced his immediate retirement from rugby league due to acute kidney failure and associated complications.

He is the father of two, watch brand owner & now a fully fledged entrepreneur in the world of business. This is the story of Malakai who got a life changing wake up call when his body literally shut down on him.

We hear all about his story and how he realised that none of us are not invincible and how much we take in life for granted.

We hear about a turning moment for Malakai when he made the ultimate decision to retire from the profession he loved and turn his attention to Entrepreneurship alongside his brother and the lessons he has learned along this new venture.

International Rugby Union Player Psalm Wooching shares his story on the ImperfectlyPerfect Podcast

‘Imperfectly Perfect means accepting who you are as a person. They always say, you know, the cliche thing, it’s ok not to be ok. That phrase, and I think you have to put yourself and others in a category of nobody is perfect. No matter how or even your biggest person you look up to, the guy who makes the most money in the world. Nobody’s perfect. They are all dealing with something and you have to just embrace that. If you are down and low or happy and high, you just got to embrace that. Everyday is a new day, everyday is a day to take advantage and whether it’s that low day or a high day just know you can get through it and you don’t have to be perfect’. @psalmwooching

An upcoming episode on the @imperfectlyperfect_podcast with International rugby union player, Psalm who played for the United States men's national team, also played for the San Diego Legion in the Major League Rugby and previously played for the USA Selects and Seattle Saracens and now plays for the Rouen Normandie Rugby club in France.

An incredible conversation with founder Glenn Marsden, co-host @rachael_newsham and Psalm discussing everything from a disciplined mindset to achieve what you set out to get to the importance of taking time out when you need to. With what we are seeing in the olympics at the moment with Mental Health being put before profession, Psalm leads from the front as a true advocate for making sure your mind is just as healthy as your body physically to keep playing or competing within the sports arena and shares his own personally story in this episode.

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Bravo's VanderPump Rules star Scheana Shay & Brock Davies chat with the Imperfectly Perfect Team.

Bravo's Vanderpump Rules Star Scheana Shay and Professional Athlete Boyfriend Brock Davies get up close and personal as they share their own imperfections, behind the scenes stories, their relationship, their recent news and how they have got through this time being their for one another.

Bravo's Vanderpump Rules Star Scheana Shay and Professional Athlete Boyfriend Brock Davies get up close and personal with founder Glenn Marsden, Kim Somers Egelsee and Eden Sustin as they share their own imperfections, behind the scenes stories, their relationship, their recent news and how they have got through this time being there for one another.

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Scheana Shay - https://www.instagram.com/scheana/?hl=en

Scheananigans with Scheana Shay -https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/scheananigans-with-scheana-shay/id1355212095

Brock Davies -

https://www.instagram.com/brock__davies/?hl=en

https://www.instagram.com/f45_easthillcrest/?hl=en

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