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Six things to know about SA Rugby’s new tackle rules and why standardising the tackle age makes sense

SOUTH African youth rugby is about to undergo one of its most significant shifts in years. SA Rugby has officially standardised the age at which tackling may begin — a move driven by safety concerns, ...

How to play rugby

Rugby is a full-contact sport played by two teams of 15 players. Each team tries to move an oval-shaped ball into the try ...
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New rugby safety rules for schools and clubs following young player’s death

SA Rugby altered rules and laws for school and club rugby as measures aimed at preventing tragedies during games in South Africa The updated changes resulted from months of thorough research and ...
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New rugby rules for South African kids aim to keep them safe: what does the research say?

Sharief Hendricks consults for the South African Rugby Union and World Rugby. He is also a consultant for the South African Cricketers' Association. He is currently a board member for the South ...