Six Nations Rugby appoint Ronan Dunne as Non-Executive Chairman
Six Nations Rugby have announced that Ronan Dunne has been appointed as Non-Executive Chairman effective 1 Jan 2022. The Six Nations Board is the newly formed body overseeing the commercial and marketing operations for the Men’s, Women’s and Under-20 Six … Continue reading Six Nations Rugby appoint Ronan Dunne as Non-Executive Chairman
Premiership Rugby and Gallagher announce multi-year partnership renewal
Premiership Rugby and Gallagher have announced a multi-year renewal of their existing partnership. Gallagher, one of the world’s largest insurance brokerage, risk management and consulting services companies, has reaffirmed its commitment to the sport as the official title partner to … Continue reading Premiership Rugby and Gallagher announce multi-year partnership renewal
Rotting from the core?
A look at whether the RFU should be held responsible for the decreasing participation numbers in rugby. When speaking with people who volunteer in the rugby community there is one issue that always crops up in conversation – player recruitment … Continue reading Rotting from the core?
England Rugby League partner with Pulseroll
Leading British muscle recovery brand, Pulseroll, has partnered with England Rugby League as the official muscle recovery supplier of the England Men’s, Women’s and Wheelchair teams. Pulseroll’s scientifically proven percussion based recovery technology will support all three England Rugby League … Continue reading England Rugby League partner with Pulseroll
Super League announce broadcasting deal with Channel 4
Super League has announced a landmark deal which will see Channel 4 broadcast Betfred Super League matches in 2022. This initial two-year partnership will see matches broadcast free-to-air for the first time in the competition’s 26-year history. Channel 4 will … Continue reading Super League announce broadcasting deal with Channel 4
Premiership Rugby partners with Ticketmaster Sport
Premiership Rugby has announced a ground-breaking new long-term partnership with Ticketmaster Sport. This innovative partnership, the first of its kind in the UK, will see Ticketmaster Sport become the Official Ticketing Partner for Premiership Rugby. As the official ticketing partner, … Continue reading Premiership Rugby partners with Ticketmaster Sport
The Rugby Football Union (RFU) Annual Report has been published
Read the full report here. Reported revenues for the year are £97m (£167m in previous year) and profit to reserves £20.5m (loss of £27.1m in prior year). Revenues in the year were nearly £120m less than pre-COVID forecasts with an … Continue reading The Rugby Football Union (RFU) Annual Report has been published
Saracens renew partnership with Cavendish Brooke
Saracens has announced the renewal of their partnership with Cavendish Brooke for another year. The Financial Management Company sponsors the Women’s team at StoneX Stadium and features on the back of the home and away playing kits. They are a … Continue reading Saracens renew partnership with Cavendish Brooke
World Rugby launch Brain Health Initiative
World Rugby, national unions and International Rugby Players have launched the Brain Health Initiative, a global education campaign to increase understanding of the importance of brain health within the rugby family. Initially aimed at current and former professional players, this groundbreaking campaign … Continue reading World Rugby launch Brain Health Initiative
Betfred Women’s Super League to expand again in 2022
The Betfred Women’s Super League will expand again in 2022 after the pandemic delayed planned expansion to 12 teams in 2021. Barrow Raiders and Leigh Miners Rangers, who finished first and second in the Women’s RL Championship in 2021, have … Continue reading Betfred Women’s Super League to expand again in 2022
Scottish Rugby Concussion Guidance
What is concussion? Concussion is a traumatic brain injury resulting in a disturbance of brain function. There are many symptoms of concussion; common ones being headache, dizziness, memory or concentration disturbance or balance problems. It can be very difficult to … Continue reading Scottish Rugby Concussion Guidance
Rugby Blindside magazine – Autumn 2021 issue
AVAILABLE NOW: Rugby Blindside magazine – Autumn 2021 issue This issue focuses on club and game development. We have articles from Prenton RUFC and Old Illtydians RFC showcasing the different ways in which their club is growing within their communities. There is also an interview with Dan Cottrell, Editor and Head Coach at Rugby Coach Weekly. He reflects on what he has learned in his coaching career and offers his thoughts on how the game is developing as well as giving advice for aspiring coaches. Will Roberts offers his opinion on player participation in rugby and Ben Cisneros discusses the recent dispute regarding payment … Continue reading Rugby Blindside magazine – Autumn 2021 issue
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