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#Player Welfare

# player-welfare - Friday 2 August, 2019

From The42 Schmidt backs player load guidelines issued by IRP Player Welfare

Schmidt backs player load guidelines issued by IRP

Aug 2nd 2019, 5:05 PM 9,074 Views 4 Comments

International Rugby Players want to ‘change the culture of over-burdening players at all levels of the game’.

# player-welfare - Monday 15 July, 2019

From The42 Best offers input as World Rugby outlaws dangerous 'axial loading' in scrums Player Welfare

Best offers input as World Rugby outlaws dangerous 'axial loading' in scrums

Jul 15th 2019, 2:54 PM 16,564 Views 4 Comments

The governing body has announced an amendment to its law book.

# player-welfare - Tuesday 4 December, 2018

From The42 45% of international rugby players felt pressure to train or play when not fully fit The Survey Says

45% of international rugby players felt pressure to train or play when not fully fit

Dec 4th 2018, 7:14 PM 11,584 Views 17 Comments

The International Rugby Players survey covers injury rates, concussion and club versus country demands.

# player-welfare - Wednesday 19 September, 2018

From The42 'That's a terrific idea' - support for GAA to appoint a Nucifora-type figure to tackle player burnout Player Welfare

'That's a terrific idea' - support for GAA to appoint a Nucifora-type figure to tackle player burnout

Sep 19th 2018, 4:42 PM 4,689 Views 8 Comments

GPA chairman Seamus Hickey has backed a suggestion from GAA President John Horan.

# player-welfare - Wednesday 21 March, 2018

From The42 Sexton keen on Australia tour and feels Ireland's freshness told in Grand Slam Player Welfare

Sexton keen on Australia tour and feels Ireland's freshness told in Grand Slam

Mar 21st 2018, 5:25 PM 27,497 Views 37 Comments

The Ireland out-half believes the IRFU’s central contracting system is a key strength.

# player-welfare - Thursday 8 June, 2017

From The42 Former Canada lock summons Clermont to court over concussions Player Welfare

Former Canada lock summons Clermont to court over concussions

Jun 8th 2017, 12:05 AM 8,343 Views 4 Comments

The French giants say it is not ‘a complaint against the club’ and that Jamie Cudmore is merely seeking medical expertise.

# player-welfare - Monday 5 June, 2017

From The42 Lions tour not alone in punishing tired players in flawed rugby season Player Welfare

Lions tour not alone in punishing tired players in flawed rugby season

Jun 5th 2017, 8:00 AM 9,493 Views 5 Comments

Tournament organisers have struggled to deliver a coherent-looking season that comes close to suiting all parties.

# player-welfare - Friday 30 September, 2016

From The42 Worcester give captain Van Velze extended break from rugby after latest concussion Using The Head

Worcester give captain Van Velze extended break from rugby after latest concussion

Sep 30th 2016, 3:46 PM 3,353 Views 1 Comment

‘The long-term welfare of the player is of utmost importance.’

# player-welfare - Thursday 17 March, 2016

From The42 'We don't just aim to create great players, but great individuals' FOR THE GOOD OF THE GAME

'We don't just aim to create great players, but great individuals'

Mar 17th 2016, 10:20 PM 5,647 Views 2 Comments

Former Ireland star Marcus Horan among expert group driving player welfare.

# player-welfare - Wednesday 27 January, 2016

From The42 'You’re always focused on the result and that's dangerous when there are players at stake' Player Welfare

'You’re always focused on the result and that's dangerous when there are players at stake'

Jan 27th 2016, 11:34 AM 5,796 Views 2 Comments

Concussion was one of the big issues discussed at the recent GAA Coaching Conference.

# player-welfare - Tuesday 10 November, 2015

From The42 US Soccer bans children aged 10 or under from heading the ball Radical Change

US Soccer bans children aged 10 or under from heading the ball

Nov 10th 2015, 9:39 PM 24,202 Views 74 Comments

The guidelines were drawn up to resolve a legal case launched in federal court in California

# player-welfare - Wednesday 25 March, 2015

From The42 The GPA issue statement in wake of Clare hurling controversy Player Welfare

The GPA issue statement in wake of Clare hurling controversy

Mar 25th 2015, 8:05 AM 9,467 Views 8 Comments

The Banner have been rocked recently by the departure of Davy O’Halloran and Nicky O’Connell.

# player-welfare - Wednesday 11 February, 2015

From The42 George North is 'not a happy man' to be left out of Wales team, according to Warren Gatland Head Over Heart

George North is 'not a happy man' to be left out of Wales team, according to Warren Gatland

Feb 11th 2015, 4:00 PM 6,897 Views 9 Comments

Winger given ‘extended recovery period’ because of concussion suffered last November.

# player-welfare - Thursday 15 January, 2015

From The42 Dessie Farrell thinks capping training could drive players away from the GAA Player Welfare

Dessie Farrell thinks capping training could drive players away from the GAA

Jan 15th 2015, 7:00 AM 3,458 Views No Comments

Farrell responded to the recent discussion about player welfare.

# player-welfare - Wednesday 14 January, 2015

From The42 GPA set to build 'The Institute' to help with personal development of players Player Welfare

GPA set to build 'The Institute' to help with personal development of players

Jan 14th 2015, 6:30 PM 4,367 Views No Comments

The representative group today outlined plans to develop a a new facility for its members.

# player-welfare - Saturday 27 December, 2014

From The42 'That's out of our hands' - Ireland internationals missing at Thomond Park Player Welfare

'That's out of our hands' - Ireland internationals missing at Thomond Park

Dec 27th 2014, 1:30 PM 6,960 Views 5 Comments

The IRFU’s management of their leading internationals meant some high-profile absentees last night.

# player-welfare - Wednesday 17 December, 2014

From The42 Footballers' union Fifpro: 'Fans threatened to beat or stab the players' Damning

Footballers' union Fifpro: 'Fans threatened to beat or stab the players'

Dec 17th 2014, 1:39 PM 2,279 Views 1 Comment

Incredible details released regarding the toxic environment of the Serbian league.

# player-welfare - Tuesday 23 September, 2014

From The42 FIFA set to introduce three-minute concussion breaks About Time

FIFA set to introduce three-minute concussion breaks

Sep 23rd 2014, 4:27 PM 2,454 Views 7 Comments

After a string of incidents at the World Cup, football’s governing body prepare to take decisive action.

# player-welfare - Saturday 26 July, 2014

From The42 Rob Kearney: The days of 'It's just a knock, I'll be fine' are gone Player Welfare

Rob Kearney: The days of 'It's just a knock, I'll be fine' are gone

Jul 26th 2014, 8:00 AM 20,322 Views 8 Comments

The Leinster and Ireland fullback talks player welfare and life beyond rugby after his first year as IRUPA chairman.

# player-welfare - Monday 14 April, 2014

From The42 International football players' union meets in Dublin to discuss transfer system challenge Player Welfare

International football players' union meets in Dublin to discuss transfer system challenge

Apr 14th 2014, 12:06 PM 3,038 Views 1 Comment

FIFPro members begin two-day talks before a visit to Aras an Uachtarain tomorrow.

# player-welfare - Saturday 28 December, 2013

From The42 Almost 50% of Irish rugby players have hidden a concussion Player Welfare

Almost 50% of Irish rugby players have hidden a concussion

Dec 28th 2013, 2:21 PM 9,804 Views 11 Comments

A survey carried out by IRUPA also revealed that one in five players have been concussed between four and five times.

# player-welfare - Tuesday 10 December, 2013

From The42 Reminder: Every Gaelic footballer must wear a mouthguard from January 1st Get Set

Reminder: Every Gaelic footballer must wear a mouthguard from January 1st

Dec 10th 2013, 5:02 PM 8,715 Views 16 Comments

The new rule is part of the GAA’s ongoing efforts to safeguard the welfare of players.

# player-welfare - Friday 29 November, 2013

From The42 No Jonny Sexton in Racing Métro squad Player Welfare

No Jonny Sexton in Racing Métro squad

Nov 29th 2013, 4:50 PM 5,114 Views 9 Comments

The Ireland out-half will be putting his feet up this weekend in Paris.

# player-welfare - Tuesday 19 November, 2013

From The42 'You just want to stay on the field' - George Gregan on concussion Player Welfare

'You just want to stay on the field' - George Gregan on concussion

Nov 19th 2013, 12:21 PM 1,641 Views 1 Comment

The former Wallabies scrum-half says he believes the game has moved forward in protecting players.

# player-welfare - Monday 18 November, 2013

From The42 IRB calling for Six Nations to adopt concussion protocols Head Injuries

IRB calling for Six Nations to adopt concussion protocols

Nov 18th 2013, 12:25 PM 2,307 Views 4 Comments

The world rugby body points out that their pitch-side assessments have reduced dangerous incidents in this area.

# player-welfare - Tuesday 9 July, 2013

From The42 Jonny Sexton: Time to develop a global rugby season to protect players Player Welfare

Jonny Sexton: Time to develop a global rugby season to protect players

Jul 9th 2013, 3:00 PM 12,066 Views 19 Comments

The professional players’ union has urged chiefs to draw up a new plan.

# player-welfare - Monday 27 May, 2013

Column: I thought I was just trying to beat depression in a one-off fight A Footballer's Story

Column: I thought I was just trying to beat depression in a one-off fight

May 27th 2013, 11:13 AM 554 Views 47 Comments

Cavan GAA player Alan O’Mara shares his personal experience of living with depression.

# player-welfare - Thursday 14 February, 2013

From The42 Two more years: €900k provided to GAA for Player Grants Scheme Player Welfare

Two more years: €900k provided to GAA for Player Grants Scheme

Feb 14th 2013, 7:56 PM 1,344 Views 1 Comment

The sum will be provided by the Irish Sports Council in 2013 and 2014, it was announced today.

# player-welfare - Monday 12 December, 2011

From The42 'I've cleared things up with Niall Quinn' - PFA boss Gordon Taylor Mind Matters

'I've cleared things up with Niall Quinn' - PFA boss Gordon Taylor

Dec 12th 2011, 3:49 PM 484 Views No Comments

The Sunderland director hit out at the perceived lack assistance players get from the Professional Footballers’ Association but has since had a visit from its chief executive.

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