Johnathan Thurston is backing the Beanie For Brain Cancer Round, which has raised over $30m for brain cancer research.
What sparked the movement?
On 2015, Thurston met Mark Hughes, former Newcastle Knights star, who was diagnosed with brain cancer in 2013.
Why it matters for Johnathan Thurston
Thurston wore a beanie in 2015 after winning man of the match for the Cowboys against Manly, showing his support for Hughes and the cause.
The impact so far
The Beanie Round has grown significantly since its launch in 2017, with over $30m raised to fund research into the deadly disease.
Johnathan Thurston said the statistics meant it was so important to continue to back this cause, as brain cancer kills more children than any other disease and more people under 40 than any other cancer.
What comes next?
This weekend, the Beanie For Brain Cancer Round will continue to raise funds and awareness for brain cancer research, with Thurston's support.
Thurston struggles with the cold, but he will wear a beanie this week to show his support for the cause.
The NRL and the rugby league community have come together to support the Beanie For Brain Cancer Round, with Thurston being a key figure in the movement.
Mark Hughes said he was grateful for Thurston's support, which helped raise awareness for the cause.
Thurston's actions have inspired others to get behind the Beanie For Brain Cancer Round, which has made a significant impact in raising funds for brain cancer research.
The Beanie For Brain Cancer Round has become an important initiative in the NRL, with Thurston being a key ambassador for the cause.
Johnathan Thurston's support for the Beanie For Brain Cancer Round is a testament to his commitment to the rugby league community and making a difference.
The importance of the cause
Brain cancer kills more children than any other disease, and one person is diagnosed with brain cancer every five hours, making it a crucial cause to support.
Thurston said the survival rates for brain cancer are not great, and it's heartbreaking to see people lose their lives to it, especially young people.
The Beanie For Brain Cancer Round has helped raise awareness and funds for brain cancer research, with Thurston being a key figure in the movement.
Johnathan Thurston's involvement in the Beanie For Brain Cancer Round has helped make a difference in the lives of those affected by brain cancer.
The rugby league community has come together to support the Beanie For Brain Cancer Round, with Thurston being a key ambassador for the cause.
This weekend, the Beanie For Brain Cancer Round will continue to raise funds and awareness for brain cancer research, with Thurston's support.