To (1) systematically review the literature to identify which match-related risk factors and mechanisms of rugby tackle events result in musculoskeletal injury, concussion, head injury assessments, ...

Conrad Smith, the head of the International Rugby Players’ Association, says the clampdown on high tackles has made “little material difference” on the concussion rate in elite rugby. World Rugby will ...

Lowering the tackle height in men’s rugby has successfully reduced the rate of head collisions among players, a study suggests. Recent changes to the tackle height law for community rugby players in ...

Lowering the legal tackle height in women's rugby is proving effective in reducing head contacts between players, a new study suggests. Changes to the tackle height law in women's community rugby in ...

In rugby union, a coaching intervention programme - more commonly known as 'tackle school' - is designed to help educate players after they are shown a red card for a dangerous tackle. Designed by ...

The rugby season is officially underway across schools in South Africa, with enthusiastic players, dedicated parents, coaching staff, and vigilant referees gearing up for a series of matches that ...