At least one Irish professional rugby player supports school tackle ban

Though 99% of Irish pros oppose any move to remove tackling from the schools game.

In response to last week’s letter from a group of more than 70 doctors and medical experts urging the elimination of tackling from the game at schools level, the Irish Rugby Union Players’ Association (IRUPA) conducted a snap poll of its members to canvass their views on the recommendation.

According to a statement released today by IRUPA, 99% of members who voted were in favour of retaining the tackle, with 1% supporting the proposed ban.