Sarah Bern | Embracing dyslexia, body image & life with Mackenzie Carson | England Rugby Podcast

From thriving while playing in a boys' team to embracing her dyslexia, Sarah Bern has always overcome challenges presented to her. The Bristol Bears and Red Roses prop opens up on a number of issues including how her dyslexia and dyspraxia affect her playing international rugby, how she began to accept her broader body size after struggling at school and why she wants to inspire her ADHD autistic nephew Finlay.
She also tells England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line about her love of fashion, transitioning from a centre to a prop and facing her partner Mackenzie Carson in the Premiership final.
In this podcast you will also hear from Sarah's dad Graham as well as team mates Amy Cokayne and Maddie Feaunati.
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[@robinholland1136]

Brilliant! Sarah Bern - probably the best prop in the world and, definitely, one of the very best all round players on a rugby pitch. She epitomises what is best in the game. She's tough, committed, skilled and extremely hard working and to hear how positive she is regarding her journey to the top and the issues she has had to deal with is inspiring. An example for us all and a joy to watch.

[@thetruthhurts7675]

Thank you England Rugby.. Awesome interview. Sarah is a legend in the game as far as I think at least.

[@davidcullen1956]

Lovely Sarah Bern

[@stephenhuman8082]

Berner is box office. One of my favourite players for many years. Great to see her back. .

[@w0033944]

Yes, one of the best world forwards.

[@GlynBartlett]

Such a great all round player ❤

[@anthonybrett3900]

What an incredible advert and ambassador for rugby Sarah Bern is!

[@gravematter9513]

Absolutely love Sarah such a role model to all not just girls. We've met her a few times over the last few years as the Red Roses have built their fan base, always approachable and with a smile on her face. Keep your head high, smile broad and remember you're making a difference 🎉.

[@andrewwatkinson1548]

After berner! One of my favourite players, just a fantastic person and amazing proponent for the women’s game. Best of luck in your future Sarah.

[@ds-ii6bm]

What an inspirational, intelligent and charming lady. Sarah, I love who you are, what you are and what you do!

[@philipgreen3569]

A loving auntie as well as being a great player and having a brilliant personality.

[@whitneyhall4744]

A Smile that is radiant

[@stroketheboat]

She is absolutely amazing - what a legend!

[@stevejm3557]

What an interesting and intelligent insight into a fantastic player. Really enjoyable.

[@kevinrichards6506]

Excellent interview. Thank you

[@peterj.farnsworth2606]

What an ABSOLUTLY brilliant interview. Full kudos to Sarah

[@staratrainingsevices313]

These and other women's rugby podcasts have reignited by love for the game. Values, stories relationships haven't yet been corrupted by business. Enjoy it while it lasts. Thanks Sarah

[@brianallison2509]

What a wonderful person.

[@geoffnicholson401]

Sarah you are the best I love watching you play all the very best to you wherever the future takes you ❤😊

[@14dollars]

Best prop in the world.

[@simonb8689]

Sarah, I loved watching your chat. You come across as a lovely person❤ Being a dyslexic thinker like your self I totally understand what you said about spacial awareness. You might or not be aware of it, but this would, must help you in your rugby. As an England rugby player, you are an inspiration to all sports people. Wow wow🎉 watching you get the ball and drive.. brilliant. Thank you for the pleasure you give😁😁 as a player. Good luck to you and all the England players with the upcoming games.❤️👍😁😁

[@Canvashed]

Good to see her back in the squad after injury 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@ianunwin]

thank you for sharing your story, you are a star, keep up the great work in the game and all the work outside of the game

[@michaeltraynor9328]

Probably the best interview so far, if ever you need an example of why you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover….look no further. What an inspirational young woman, setting the standard, breaking down barriers and supporting others….you’re everything that’s great about rugby, take a bow Sarah Bern ❤️

[@markainsley231]

My favourite RR player. Strength, speed and a helluva step.

[@RichardHayhoe]

You're inspirational. Back in the pack with double M ( Maud Muir) and treble B ( Big Bad Botterman). Bring that World Cup home next year yeah? I hope how much YOU and the rest of the girls are so loved and respected. And what you are all doing to promote women's rugby not just in England but worldwide.

[@michaellord9]

she plays like a back in a forwards body...bloody fantastic!

[@khayasontsele8984]

Sarah is talented, beautiful and a quality human being. She has a lot to be proud of 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@marlecmarine5393]

Sarah is such a great athlete and player and what great personality she has, just a lovely person...

[@bambit08]

Excellent rugby player and super intelligent. I really enjoyed hearing Sarah's story and love watching her play rugby. 🌹🏉🌹

[@thearcticlord3920]

Best prop in the world and a beautiful human being. The brands are wrong. Plenty of women want to be inspired by you. It's the 'Barbies' who are not normal.

[@leplessis8179]

All credit, Sarah: keep on scrummaging.

[@tobiaswoodcock]

I can't imagine a Quiet, Shy Berner ... fast becoming a legend.

[@888young2]

Did you know in England there are 1,182,602 males who play rugby as opposed to 40,000 females who play the game. This means it is 30x easier for a woman to play for England than for a man.