The IRFU decided to participate in World Rugby's international trial, which will lower the acceptable tackle line to below the sternum's line.
In Ireland, the trial will be in place from the beginning of the 2023/24 amateur rugby season until the conclusion of the 2024/25 campaign.
It will, according to the IRFU, be applicable to “all amateur IRFU and provincial competitions at age-grade and adult levels in clubs and schools."
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The legal tackle height was previously defined by the line of shoulders - drawn from one armpit to another.
“Based on the findings of the community consultation process, there is a critical mass of stakeholders who are clearly open to change for the good of the game,” Colin McEntee said - IRFU Rugby Development Director.
“I’d like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who engaged with us throughout – the constructive feedback we received on both sides of the argument has shaped how we’ll be implementing the trial and supporting everyone in making it a success for the future of our sport.
“The trial itself won’t present any significant changes to how we coach the tackle – it’s only the matter of a few centimetres.
“But it is a significant element of a wider drive to improve tackle behaviours.”
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