Cagey Slipper’s habit shocks Reds captain
SCOTT Higginbotham says James Slipper’s private persona meant he never knew the full extent of his troubles. “You think you’re a close enough mate that he’d explain to you and tell you everything.”
Queensland Reds
We had no idea: Reds rocked to core
JAMES Slipper’s mental health issues and cocaine use have shaken his Queensland Reds teammates who were unaware of the depth of the problems he has spiralled with.
Day I asked Wallaby star if he used cocaine
JAMES Slipper had a frontrow view of the damage Karmichael Hunt’s cocaine saga had on the Reds and the man himself, which is why this situation is so hard to comprehend, writes Jim Tucker.
Tragic cause of Wallaby star’s depression
IT began just after his season-ending achilles injury last year. Then respected Wallabies prop James Slipper got the worst news of his life before he tested positive for cocaine.
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Slim Hunt drops junk from his trunk
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