The mother of Keith Titmuss, a former player for the Manly Sea Eagles, has publicly addressed the family's decision to pursue a lawsuit in the New South Wales Supreme Court against the NRL club. This action comes after Keith tragically passed away due to exertional heat stroke during a training session in November 2020. His mother, Lafo Titmuss, expressed their desire for justice, highlighting the emotional toll of losing her son and the impact it has had on their family.

In her statements, Lafo Titmuss accused the team of conducting an inappropriate training session that contributed to her son's death. She described her son’s absence as profoundly felt within the family, mentioning the cherished moments they used to share and emphasizing their longing for his presence. This lawsuit is significant as it raises questions about player safety and the responsibilities of sports organizations toward their athletes during rigorous training activities.

The upcoming directions hearing for the lawsuit indicates that the family is seeking to hold the NRL and the Manly club accountable for their actions that led to Keith's untimely death. This case not only strives for justice for Keith's family but also portends potential implications for how training sessions are conducted in Australian rugby leagues, urging other clubs to rethink their approaches to athlete safety.