Originally Posted by
Charlie Darwin
There could be an inverse correlation there as increased conditioning entices players and coaches to push harder, which produces more injuries. This is certainly something that's new to Rovers and it seems Sligo too, but it is a positive development. You'd expect that to even itself out as the players become more used to better conditioning. You can see the same effect among players who migrate from the LOI to England - Paul Corry and Stephen McLaughlin both picked up lengthy injuries after moving last year. If they'd been brought up through the English system, you'd expect them to be a little more resilient.
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