Habit Health Physios Head to Nottingham for Touch Rugby World Cup

We are excited to share the news that a handpicked team of our physiotherapists has been chosen to provide essential physiotherapy services at the prestigious 2024 Touch World Cup in Nottingham, England. This is a unique and exciting opportunity for our team to showcase their skills on a global stage.

Running from July 15th to 21st, this top-level tournament has 187 teams from 39 nations competing at the Highfields Sports Complex. Eleven New Zealand teams will be supported by our physios on and off the field during pre-training games and official matches.

Our physio team of Sam Mitchie, Celia Allerby, Sagar Billimoria, Sarah Fanuatanu, Alannah Meikle, Arsian Paki, Julian Hafoka, Leah Morrison, Rachael Lewis, and Katie Winchester have been preparing for the trip for most of the year, and are excited for the experience.

“We’ve been working behind the scenes a lot this year to prepare ourselves and our players for the tournament. They are in top condition with awesome gameplay and we can’t wait to see how they do throughout the competition” says lead physio Sarah Fanuatanu.

“The selection of our physiotherapists to support the Touch Blacks at the World Cup speaks volumes about their expertise and dedication to sports healthcare services and rehabilitation. Our staff will be working around the clock to guarantee the athletes are on form and in proper condition by giving them strategies for preventing injuries, rehabilitation programmes or even treating them there on the field” says Habit Health Clinical Executive, Julie Cameron.

As a physiotherapist, the world is your clinic. This opportunity to work at the Touch Rugby World Cup in Nottingham is a testament to the global impact of our profession. This career path offers diverse opportunities, from working with elite sports teams to providing essential health services in different environments. Our physiotherapists are not just practitioners; they are global ambassadors of health and wellness.

Best wishes go with our team as they set off for Nottingham!