Dupree: Degree the cherry on top

[josie andrews]

WIGAN WARRIORS FORWARD TYLER DUPREE HAS DESCRIBED GRADUATING FROM UNIVERSITY AS THE ‘CHERRY ON TOP’ OF AN INCREDIBLE SEASON.

Within weeks of helping the Warriors complete the Grand Slam at the Theatre of Dreams, Dupree accomplished a feat he’d describe as ‘impossible’ during his childhood.

After three years studying Applied Sports Performance at the University Centre at the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, Dupree graduated with a degree earlier this month.

“It’s such a proud feeling,” Dupree said. “Graduating with a degree is something I never thought would happen as a child so to be able to share this moment with the whole family is just surreal.”

Having started the course whilst at Salford Red Devils, Dupree has continued his studies at the Warriors which involved completing two hours each day after training.

“It was tough, especially through pre-season,” Dupree said. “There were times I wanted to pack things in and just focus on playing but my post-rugby career is important to me so I knew I had to stick with it. To achieve this accomplishment at the end has made all the tough times worth it.”

With the next phase of Warriors set to begin pre-season work in the upcoming weeks, Dupree has shared details of the intense training programme he has endured throughout the off-season.

“I asked the question ‘what can I do more’ to make sure I stay at the top,” Dupree said. “I had one week off when I went on holiday but other than that I’ve been training everyday to make sure I return in the best possible shape.

“It’s been hard but my aim is to return with high levels of fitness to give myself a strong starting base for the season. Last year was fantastic with all the trophies but to get the personal accolade in my degree earlier this month was the cherry on top.”

Join Tyler Dupree at The Brick Community Stadium in 2025 with a Warriors Membership, all the information can be found HERE. Seat Renewal Deadline is just over one week away, make sure to secure your usual seat before 5pm on Friday 29th November.

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[The Pearl1]

Well done Tyler, I want a MASSIVE year from him next year.

[josie andrews]

Well done Tyler, I want a MASSIVE year from him next year.

He’s been back in training early he told me the other day I’m hoping for an improved season as is he

[morley pie eater]

Good on yer, Tyler. RL doesn't pay enough to not to have to think about the future. I guess there are lots of lads who struggle when their rugby career ends.

Going back a few years, I know that Jodie Broughton left Leeds for Salford because Leeds wouldn't give him time off, or the flexibility, to continue his studies. He went to Salford which many would regard as a step for (especially at that time), but was able to complete his qualification as a quantity surveyor, and now has a well-paid job. A case of "He who laughs last laughs longest"?

[Charriots Offiah]

Congratulations Tyler, it is not easy studying whilst holding down a full time job. It’s good to see he has a plan beyond his playing career.

[Charriots Offiah]

Well done Tyler, I want a MASSIVE year from him next year.

He’s been back in training early he told me the other day I’m hoping for an improved season as is he