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Psychological distress among A-League women's players revealed

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A new report highlights significant mental health challenges faced by A-League women's players, with calls for improved contracts and wages to address the issues.

Breakdown
  • A PFA report states two-thirds of A-League women's players experience psychological distress and 41% have dealt with eating disorders.
  • Matilda Tamika Yellop believes making the league full-time would address most issues, as players struggle on a minimum wage of $28,000. 9s
  • Yellop calls for 12-month minimum contracts and multi-year deals to improve player security and market opportunities. 14s
  • Improved contracts could make it easier for players to enter and leave the Australian market, potentially increasing league revenue. 26s
  • Yellop warns of long-term impacts on the league, noting some players have already left due to financial constraints. 33s
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