Tom Burgess lost his father to MND. He’s urging NRL to hold fundraiser for mate Jai Arrow
Tom Burgess is advocating for the NRL to launch a fundraiser called 'Try For Jai' to support his former teammate Jai Arrow, who has been diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND). Arrow's condition has forced him to retire from rugby league, prompting Burgess to emphasize the need for awareness and support for MND. The initiative aims to raise funds and shine a light on the disease, following the cancellation of the previous 'Try July' fundraising campaign.
- ▪Jai Arrow has been diagnosed with motor neurone disease and has to retire from rugby league.
- ▪Tom Burgess, who lost his father to MND, is urging the NRL to start a fundraiser called 'Try For Jai'.
- ▪The proposed initiative aims to raise money and awareness for MND, especially after the cancellation of 'Try July'.
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