A survey of approximately 500 players has shown that rugby players and coaches have experienced racism in the elite game in England.
According to a report in theThe group of 500 surveyed included 29 participants from Premiership sides, the women’s Premier15s, sevens and national set-ups, as well as staff members and parents of academy members.
“In the majority of experiences, these were described as repeated occurrences rather than one-off incidents. Participants also gave experiences of being stereotyped – for example being placed on the wing because of a perception that black players are faster. “Participants spoke of changing how they spoke, altering their behaviour and hiding part of their identity. Those that remained in the game often credited their thick skin rather than finding an inclusive culture. The research found instances where the club culture led to people of colour and working-class people leaving the game.”
“To embed the change we all want to see following Luther’s frank and disturbing feedback to us about his experiences, requires collective action from all the major stakeholders in the English game,” said RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney,
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