Irish League players confront gambling addiction amid new sponsorship era
A former Irish League goalkeeper, Aaron Hogg, has detailed how gambling addiction led to debt and depression during his 20-year career. He now helps run a player-led Gambling Support Group as betting companies increase sponsorship of Northern Ireland's top football competitions. The initiative aims to address the cultural acceptance of gambling in dressing rooms and provide help for affected players.
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