A review looking at how to “future proof” rugby in schools is calling for evidence from teachers, parents and coaches.
It comes amid what the review group describes as “significant threats” that have led to a decline in take-up in schools, such as the “heightened perception” of the risks it poses to health, including head injuries.
The Rugby in Schools review, led by United Learning academy trust chief executive Sir Jon Coles, will make recommendations to the Rugby Football Union (RFU) on how best to grow the sport in schools over the next decade.
Health implications as a result of the full contact sport have been under heightened scrutiny in recent years.
