RFU issue statement following backlash over decision to lower tackle height
The Rugby Football Union in England have issued a statement following a mounting backlash against their decision to lower the tackle height in their amateur game. The RFU board, council and executive staff have apologised for the “anger and concern that has been created among the rugby community” following their announcement last week. The governing […]
3 years ago
Study shows rugby positions you are most/least likely to be injured playing
Some very interesting findings Tackle height has been a huge talking point in rugby over the last week or so with the RFU in England announcing they will be introducing waist-high tackling to the amateur game from next season. The announcement has understandably been met largely with backlash and to make matters worse – it […]
3 years ago
Russia set to bid to host Euro 2028 or 2032
Russia are currently banned by UEFA. An official from the Russian Football Union has said that Russia will make a bid for either the 2028 or 2032 European Championships. On Tuesday it was all but confirmed that the United Kingdom and Ireland would host Euro 2028 after UEFA received no rival bids to host the […]
4 years ago
RFU to meet with Billy Vunipola over Israel Folau support
The RFU will meet with England and Saracens forward Billy Vunipola after he reiterated his support of Wallabies back Israel Folau’s homophobic views. Folau posted a photo on Instagram earlier this week with the message: “Warning. Drunks, homosexuals, adulterers, liars, fornicators, thieves, atheists, idolators. Hell awaits you. Repent! Only Jesus saves.” It’s the second time […]
7 years ago
Report reveals that concussion is the most prominent rugby injury for sixth consecutive season
The Professional Rugby Injury Surveillance Project has revealed that the most commonly reported match injury in English Rugby was concussion for the sixth consecutive season. The report said that concussion accounted for 22% of all match injuries, and while there has been a continued focus on improving concussion awareness and promoting behavioural changes among players, coaches, referees and medical staff, together with […]
8 years ago
Eddie Jones talks about train abuse and confirms he won’t use public transport again after matches
England head coach Eddie Jones confirms he will not use public transport again after he was abused following his side’s 25-13 loss to Scotland last month. Jones was heckled on a train from Edinburgh to Manchester following the defeat, and after posing for photos with Scottish fans outside of Manchester Oxford Road station, he was verbally […]
8 years ago