Does player time-in-game affect tackle technique in elite level rugby union?

Abstract

It appears that player time-in-game does not affect tackler or ball carrier tackle technique proficiency at the elite level. More tackles occurring in the final quarter of a game provides an alternative explanation to more tackle-related injuries occurring at this stage.

Can tackle height influence head injury assessment risk in elite rugby union?

“…3 Tackling is regarded as the most common cause of injury and concussion in rugby union. 4,5 Correct technique in the tackle is essential for safe and successful tackle outcomes, [6][7][8] whilst poor tackle technique is a reported risk factor for injury 9,10 and direct head impact causation. 2,11 This indicates the importance for concussion injury prevention strategies.…”

Does ball carrier technique influence tackler head injury assessment risk in elite rugby union?

“…In one season alone, one study found that 23% of elite level Rugby Union participants suffered a concussion (Shuttleworth-Edwards et al, 2008). It is well understood that both correct tackler and ball carrier technique are necessary for successful and safe participation in rugby union (Hendricks & Lambert, 2010Tierney, Denvir, Farrell, & Simms, 2018a, 2018cTierney, Krosshaug, Wilson, & Simms, 2015), and that incorrect tackle technique is a risk factor for injury Hendricks et al, 2015).…”

Fatigue, complexity and technical execution in cheerleading

“…However there is no specific evidence in regards to the length of time it takes for technique to move from deviation to deterioration. In contrast to this, a study on player time on rugby performance found no significant effect of fatigue on technique (Tierney, Denvir, Farrell & Simms, 2016). This study did not specifically look at deviation in technique just deterioration.…”