Time to take action
You will know my thoughts on the breakdown, particularly the judo (or crocodile) roll, if you already follow me on social media. I am a vocal critic of the issues with how the breakdown in the game is being played, refereed and coached, and I have shared my thoughts in a previous blog (The crocodile roll and the need for action) and discussed the issue with Nigel Owens on Brian Moore’s podcast (debate with Nigel starts at 40:32 on podcast).
Highlighting the issues on BT Sport
What’s the big deal?
My blog about The crocodile roll goes into more detail, but just check out this clip showing James Horwill’s injury as an example of the type of clean out (crocodile roll) I’m talking about in the professional game.
We need to do something about this now.
Decisions and action must be taken now by Word Rugby before serious injuries become the talking point. High profile coaches and players please speak out. Players at all levels, write on this thread if you have been injured by a croc or judo roll. I would very much appreciate your thoughts.
Vei Lomani
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I have never understood how ref’s don’t penalize players because take the lack of safety out the equation, the players are effectively going in off their feet.
This is also what Sam Warbuton and Sean O’Brien were talking about with regards to the lack of safety for players when in the jackal position.
Totally agree Michael. Guess we all just need to keep banging the drum to affect change to make the game better and safer. Thanks for the interaction
Unfortunately Warburton did a ruck master class for BT sport some time ago coaching the croc roll and with the presenter discussing the back of the head on the face of the jackler (see: youtu.be/_2iMHprgNb) great for the kids . Ive seen u11s fly in the air 3ft it beggars belief.