teenager are rare despite the lack of protective gear because players are trained to safely tackle opponents and respect each other’s safety. Vansen said rugby is like any other contact sport, but unlike football and hockey, players are trained to be more mindful of each other’s safety. “Rugby is a sport that is founded on very strong values of respect for each other and respect for competitors,” Vansen said. “Any player with concussion or suspected concussion should be immediately and permanently removed from training or play,” the Rugby Canada website says. Vansen said rugby officials at Friday’s game followed Rugby Canada’s protocol on seriously injured players.

Source: National Post May 16, 2018 19:40 UTC