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Ready to play again?
Eight quick questions based on the criteria Jake uses before a player returns. You'll see what's in place and what might still need work.
Before you start
What are you coming back from?
Recovering from surgery? Follow your surgeon's and physio's timeline first. This check doesn't replace it.
Question 1 of 8
Can you train without pain, or with only mild discomfort that settles quickly?
Question 2 of 8
Does the area stay settled the day after training, with no new swelling or soreness?
Question 3 of 8
Has your strength been tested, and is the injured side close to the other side?
Question 4 of 8
Can you hop and land on the injured leg confidently and with control?
Question 5 of 8
Have you been sprinting at or near full speed without any problems?
Question 6 of 8
Can you plant and change direction quickly without holding back?
Question 7 of 8
Have you completed full team training sessions without a reaction afterwards?
Question 8 of 8
Do you feel confident, not just pain-free, about playing a full match?
Your result
0of 8 in place
Still to build or check
This is general information, not a clearance to play. Only a proper assessment can tell you whether you're ready. If pain is getting worse, or you've had a new knock, get it checked before training.