Jack Singleton seeks new rugby club following heart attack recovery
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 2:42 PM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026
Hooker Jack Singleton is looking for a new club as he nears a return to professional rugby union. Singleton suffered a heart attack during training at Gloucester in September 2025 and has not played since. Medical testing revealed a hereditary condition known as LPA, which resulted in elevated cholesterol levels and artery blockages. After undergoing medical treatment and a rehabilitation program, the 30-year-old hooker expects to return to full contact training within the next few weeks. He leaves Gloucester after his contract expired this summer and is currently a free agent. Singleton has earned seven caps for England and played 75 matches for Gloucester during his tenure with the team.
- •Jack Singleton suffered a heart attack while training in September 2025.
- •The hooker was diagnosed with a hereditary condition called LPA.
- •He completed a rolling contract with Gloucester this summer.
- •Singleton intends to return to full contact training in the coming weeks.
- •He is currently searching for a new club to continue his career.
- 2:42 PMYahoo Sports — Singleton hopes for return after heart attack
- 2:42 PMBBC Sport — Singleton hopes for return after heart attack
"Jack Singleton hopes to return to rugby union and is looking for a new club, a year after suffering a heart attack.
"Jack Singleton hopes to return to rugby union and is looking for a new club, a year after suffering a heart attack.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 4, 2026, 2:42 PMSingleton hopes for return after heart attack
Jack Singleton hopes to return to rugby union and is looking for a new club, a year after suffering a heart attack.
- BBC SportSep 4, 2026, 2:42 PMSingleton hopes for return after heart attack
Jack Singleton hopes to return to rugby union and is looking for a new club, a year after suffering a heart attack.
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