Why fear of concussions shouldn’t keep your kids out of sports
When over 1,000 parents were polled about children’s athletics, 16% of them said that they refused to allow their kids to play sports due to worries over concussions. According to the study, a Harris Poll conducted on behalf of the American Osteopathic Association, a third of the remaining parents were on the fence, saying it […]
Former Ulster star Roger Wilson making big impact teaching young American footballers how to tackle
Article written by Rúaidhrí O’Connor – www.independent.ie
Child’s Play – Creating a safe environment in football
Every weekend, there are various iterations of youth sport that take place on suburban grounds across the world. Humble patches of grass filled with tiny athletes coached by dedicated and skilled volunteers who aim to instil the love of the game to their young charges. Sport teaches; it can teach you good things and it […]
The concussion issue – don’t bury your head in the sand
My name is Roger Wilson, and for 15 years I made my living as a professional rugby player in Ireland and England. Like most athletes, I grew up with a love for my sport, and I reveled in the contact nature of rugby. Throughout my career, I never wore padding, relying only on my bare […]