Posts tagged Gay Rugby

Sacked Wallabies player and former Star Observer cover boy Israel Folau has blocked this publication on social media. The former footballer, whose Rugby Australia contract …

In 2009, Ben Lancken put an advert in the queer press asking for interest in forming a gay rugby team, not knowing if anyone would …

The award was given to researcher Erik Denison, who implemented a research-driven program designed to end the use of homophobic language in sport.

The Monash University study found that while over 80 per cent of young players think a gay player would feel welcome on their team, around the same number heard teammates using words like ‘fag’ and ‘poof’.

“At a tournament like this, there is something truly inspiring about seeing the support given to a team when they are down on their luck or outmatched.”

“We are very proud that for the fourth time in a row the Cup is coming back to Australia”

“The quality of rugby is very high this year”

“Events like the Bingham Cup are important to showcase our strength and resilience”

He has a pivotal behind-the-scenes role with the Melbourne Chargers, is a current board member of VAC, and even volunteers for radio station JOY 94.9. Meet Craig Burnett, this month’s Community Hero. Shannon Power reports.

With the next Bingham Cup approaching later this year in Nashville, 2014’s runner up has enlisted some Wallabies expertise to build upon their successes.