A manly workout was deemed unacceptable following the death of a young NRL player.

The tragic death of 20-year-old Manly Sea Eagles player Keith Titmuss has been a wake-up call for the NRL. It was a hot day on November 23, 2020, when Titmuss collapsed from heat stroke during a training session at the club's base in Narrabeen, Sydney. Despite being rushed to the hospital, he passed away five hours later from a cardiac arrest.

The inquest into his death revealed that the intense indoor workout session in the team's gym was likely inappropriate, given the extreme heat. While an autopsy was inconclusive, it was determined that Titmuss most likely suffered from exertion heat stroke. The Deputy State Coroner, Derek Lee, delivered the findings today, stating that the training session was "more likely than not inappropriate."

Lee also made recommendations for the NRL to improve their heat policy, including a mandatory two-week acclimatization period for players returning from the off-season. He also suggested using Titmuss' tragic death as a case study to raise awareness about heat stroke. Additionally, he urged Manly to review their record-keeping processes for adverse health events, such as heat stroke, to ensure they are robust and reliable.

According to Lee, when Titmuss entered the gym, which was described as "very hot and very humid," he was likely already dehydrated. The intense workout aimed to push players past their limits, and Titmuss, who had a lower level of aerobic fitness, may have been more vulnerable. It remains unclear if there was a fan operating in the gym at the time, and even if there was, it is unknown if it would have helped alleviate Titmuss' symptoms. Similarly, the presence of ice nearby is uncertain, and it is unclear if using it would have made a difference.

The death of Titmuss has been described as "tragic and devastating" by Lee, who also spoke highly of the young player, describing him as kind, gentle, and "salt of the earth." Outside the court, Titmuss' mother, Lafo Titmuss, expressed her relief at finally getting closure on her son's cause of death. She also urged all those involved to take heed of the recommendations made by the coroner.

Manly's chief executive, Tony Mestrov, also acknowledged the severity of the situation, stating that they do not want such a tragedy to happen again under their watch. He echoed the sentiments of Titmuss' mother, emphasizing the importance of implementing proper heat policies and not underestimating the impact of heat on athletes.

In conclusion, the death of Keith Titmuss has shed light on the need for stricter heat policies in the NRL and other sporting codes. It has also highlighted the importance of proper training and record-keeping to prevent future tragedies. Let us all take a moment to remember the young player and ensure that his death was not in vain.

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