The dangerous rugby league tackle went viral. “At the time of the incident I felt shocked,” he told Code Sports. “I am recovering well. Football is football. It’s a contact sport and ...

It has recently been proposed that the tackle, an integral part of Rugby Union, be banned in school rugby ... the effects of specific and targeted coaching of tackle technique should be investigated.

The 62-year-old is out of work again and it is unclear where his coaching career will lead him ... enjoyed a stint at New Zealand Super Rugby outfit the Highlanders before his move to Japan.

Objectives Most concussions in rugby union occur during tackles. We investigated whether legislation to lower maximum tackle height would change tackle behaviour, and reduce concussion incidence rate.

Harlequins head coach Wilson is very highly rated in Welsh rugby circles, having previously been in charge of Wales U20s and Cardiff while he has also held coaching roles at the Dragons and Scarlets.

Scotland are going Green in pursuit of success at rugby’s Under-20 Women’s Six Nations Summer ... “I think having some new faces in the coaching group in Matty and Tam naturally freshens things up and ...

Don't miss out on the headlines from Rugby. Followed categories will be added to My News. Flyhalf Lynagh (concussion), lock Salakaia-Loto (shoulder) and flanker Uru (knee) will miss the Super ...

With his imposing build, tattoos across both arms and passion for martial arts and rugby, Alex Harrison might not seem the most obvious candidate to many. But Alex has been through dark times in ...

Objectives The tackle carries the highest risk of concussion in women’s rugby union. To reduce concussion risk, a lowered maximum tackle height (LTH) law, lowering the maximum legal tackle height from ...

A young female rugby player who was left screaming in agony after a transgender rival tore apart her knee ligaments has accused sporting chiefs of letting her ...