"It is a real concern to get relationships right," he said. "It is probably one of the biggest issues facing the younger age group."



Stevens, a firm Christian who lists his favourite book as the Bible and one of his greatest influences as "the big fella upstairs", says he has had poor relationships in the past.

Through his older brother Paul, who also plays for Cronulla, he discovered the True Love Waits organisation - a Christian group that encourages no sex before marriage.

True Love Waits encourages sexual purity through methods such as avoiding choosing provocative music - such as I Want Your Sex by George Michael - and praying for strength.