It may not have been quite the culture shock of Kenya back in 2011, but Warringah’s recent humanitarian rugby tour to Cuba was still an eye opener, and an experience that will live long in the memory for the 22-strong touring party.

Southern Districts playmaker Ben Volavola is reaping the benefits of the free reign afforded him at the Rebels by head coach Cam Blades.

In Part Two of the rugby career of popular Norths hooker Scott Podmore, we cover his move from Parramatta to North Sydney Oval, and his selfless efforts to help others off the field. He’s also got a few points to make on the state of the game along the way…