

Safety vs Spectacle: Rugby at a Crossroads
Apr 10, 2024
Dr Eanna Falvey, Kate Zachary, and Ugo Monye discuss the challenges of balancing player safety and game excitement in rugby. They explore risks for players, the growth of women's rugby, and strategies for enhancing player welfare initiatives. The conversation delves into the importance of player education, brain health communication, and maintaining a safe yet thrilling environment in youth rugby. Additionally, they touch on the evolution of rugby laws, strategic depth of the game, and comparisons between sevens and union rugby.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Striking a Balance: Spectacle vs. Safety in Rugby Union
01:40 • 8min
Panel Discussion on the Risks of Rugby with Experienced Rugby Figures
09:49 • 2min
Finding Balance: Spectacle and Safety in Rugby
12:07 • 15min
Enhancing Player Understanding and Responsibility for Welfare Initiatives
27:05 • 3min
Challenges of Communicating Brain Health Information to Rugby Players
30:08 • 2min
Balancing Safety and Spectacle in Youth Rugby
31:57 • 14min
Exploring the Evolution of Rugby Laws and Strategic Thinking
45:59 • 17min
Comparing Sevens and Union Rugby: Impact of Radical Changes
01:02:41 • 3min