Liam Henry raises awareness for Parkinson's in Penrith during final weeks
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 10:16 PM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Liam Henry is dedicating part of his final weeks with the Penrith Panthers to raise awareness for Parkinson’s disease. The forward is running laps along the Nepean River, culminating in a 65-kilometer run on October 10, to honor his father-in-law, Gav, who has lived with the illness since age 38. Henry views this initiative as a farewell that goes beyond football, reflecting on the impact of his father's struggles on his daily motivation. As the Panthers prepare for an upcoming preliminary final against the Knights, Henry emphasizes focusing on the team's collective efforts amid his personal transitions.
- •Henry runs laps to raise awareness for Parkinson's disease.
- •The 65-km run is scheduled for October 10, post-NRL grand final.
- •He draws motivation from his father-in-law's resilience.
- •Penrith Panthers will face the Newcastle Knights in a preliminary final.
- •Henry plans to join the Perth Bears after leaving Penrith.
- 10:16 PMZero Tackle NRL — How Liam Henry wants to spend his final weeks in Penrith
"The forward wants to do something that matters more than football.
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