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Nick Campton

How rugby league can open the door for the next generation of Indigenous NRL stars and coaches

Rugby league is facing new challenges when it comes to helping Indigenous players to the top level of the sport.  (Getty Images: Ian Hitchcock)

As some of rugby league's biggest names prepare to represent their culture and people in Saturday night's All-Star match, the next generation of Indigenous stars faces new hurdles in its quest to emulate its heroes. 

Around 13 per cent of NRL players identify as Indigenous and the likes of Latrell Mitchell, Jack Wighton, Josh Addo-Carr and Cody Walker are among the game's top players.

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