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Nothing but a vanity project. let's look at tangible facts in the Premiership Attendances have fallen in the Premiership year on year. Central commercial revenue has decreased by a third. Players a wages have not recovered since covid 3 Premiership teams no longer exist Match day revenue access the league has fallen. Premiership teams been hollowed out. A stagnant TV deal that is destined to fall in value in the near future. less people watching the game in TV. If premiership rugby really did, engage in 90,000 people where are they? I think we know the answer. Imagine working at Premier Rugby and thinking publicising this, is a good idea against the current backdrop of the game. Totally misguided EDI nonsense as the game is dying, a kick in the teeth to anyone hoping the game might succeed.

5 years ago we wrote an EGM blog about Siya Kolisi from South African Rugby Union (SA Rugby). Kolisi made history as “the first black captain of the Springboks in a country where, because of apartheid and separate development, the professional sport was once an “all-white” affair” (TheConversation.com 1/10/23) Now after guiding Bokke to semi final victory over England (and breaking a few of the EGM teams hearts on the process) he’s got the chance to lead his country to their 2nd RWC 🏆(back to back). Revisiting the blog post is timely in Australia: - Highlighting a McKinsey & Company study that found a significant relationship between ethnically diverse leadership and work teams and increased financial performance. - Companies in the top quartile for racial and ethnic diversity were 35 percent more likely to have financial returns above their respective national industry medians. - McKinsey’s findings indicate that the correlation between ethnic diversity and profitability are even higher than that between gender diversity and profitability. We wrote in 2018 that “sadly, it looks like Australian organisations haven’t read the Mckinsey study... A report released by Australia’s Race Discrimination Commissioner in May 2018, ‘Leading for Change’, found a staggering 75.9% of senior leaders in Australian business are from an Anglo-Celtic background, with just 4.7% from a non-European background and only 0.4% from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background.” Worth thinking about how far we have come (or not) in 5 years… Anyway. Congratulations to the Springboks and Kolisi. Best of luck to South Africa and New Zealand Rugby in the Final. 👏 https://lnkd.in/g6ehQhUX

📰 Interesting article alert! 📰 Insight from the article: - A British soccer star's recent embarrassment may foreshadow a similar fate for the PGA. Insights: - The British soccer star's mishap serves as a cautionary tale for the PGA. - Lessons can be learned from the soccer star's experience to prevent humiliation within the PGA. - The incident highlights the importance of maintaining professionalism and avoiding potential pitfalls. My thoughts: This article sheds light on the vulnerability that even the most esteemed athletes can face. It's a reminder that no one is immune to embarrassing moments, regardless of their background or profession. As professionals, it's crucial to stay vigilant and learn from others' experiences to safeguard our own reputations. Question of the day: How do you ensure that you maintain professionalism and avoid potential pitfalls in your own career? Share your thoughts below! #ProfessionalismMatters #LearningFromMistakes https://lnkd.in/eWm-FR2G

🩷 Celebrating International Women’s Day 🃏 It’s #InternationalWomensDay and in a change from our usual focus on Rugby and the #RedRoses, this year it’s Stevie Nicks. …and the reason? Well it’s just that she’s Stevie Nicks! 🩷 🃏 #QuintessentialMarketing #DigitalMarketing #SocialMedia #socialmediamarketing

ICC Bans Transgender Players From International Women's Team To Protect The Integrity Of The Game In a major decision, The International Cricket Council (ICC) has banned transgender players from the international women's team if they have gone through male puberty. As per ICC, this decision is based on an extensive scientific review and nine-month consultation to “protect the integrity of the international women’s game and the safety of players. In recent years, rugby union, swimming, cycling, athletics and rugby league have also made such policy decisions citing concerns over fairness or safety. As per this major policy decision, a player who has gone through male puberty will not be eligible for women's internationals regardless of any surgery or treatment undertaken. These new regulations will be reviewed within 2 years. "The changes to the gender eligibility regulations resulted from an extensive consultation process and is founded in science and aligned with the core principles developed during the review," ICC chief executive Geoff Allardice said. He added, "Inclusivity is incredibly important to us as a sport, but our priority was to protect the integrity of the international women's game and the safety of players." . . . . . . . #icc #internationalcricketcouncil #transgender #inclusion #diversityandinclusion #DEI #diversityinsports #diversityinclusion #diversitymatters #womenplayers #womencricketers #womancricketer #womenempowerment #transwoman #transgenderwoman #transgenderrights #womeninsports #sportswoman #discrimination #hiringbias #bnblegal #legalnews #lawnews #internationalsports #internationalcricket #cricket #cricketworldcup #womencricketteam #cricketteam #unfair

I am honored to have shared my insights on the importance of female representation in sports coaching in a recent interview with the CEV. Reflecting on the Tokyo 2021 Olympics, where only 13% of the coaching staff were women, it is evident that we have a long way to go in achieving gender equality in sports leadership. As the first female professional beach volleyball player from Austria and a top 10 world-ranked athlete, I have seen firsthand the impact of having diverse perspectives within a team. Women naturally bring a more holistic approach to coaching, focusing on effective communication and fostering a supportive team environment. This approach not only benefits female athletes but also enhances the performance and cohesion of male athletes. In my current role as a mentor for the Austrian national beach volleyball teams, I have been able to bridge communication gaps and foster team spirit. It is crucial that we recognize and promote the value of female coaches. Implementing female staff is a forward-thinking move. International organizations should think about supporting and empowering female coaches, similar to the programs available for referees and transitioning athletes. By raising awareness and providing opportunities, we can ensure that more women bring their unique skills to the table, ultimately benefiting the entire sports community. I invite you to read the full article to learn more about this important issue: https://lnkd.in/eWyqhVAt #LeadershipInSports #WomenInCoaching #DiversityAndInclusion #BeachVolleyball #Mentorship #HolisticCoaching

The 2023 Sporting Equals Race Representation Index (RRI) has been published and we’re pleased to share the progress that England Netball is making. The survey is a crucial baseline barometer, evaluating publicly funded NGBs of sport on their advancements in the race equality agenda, specifically focusing on ethnic diversity and representation. Out of the 58 NGBs that responded, only 12%, including England Netball, scored A or B. England Netball has moved from a C to a B grade overall – with A grades recorded for Board, coaches and athletes – and are sixth out of 58 sports in the final index. You can click below to see the full report, with a breakdown of our scores and comparisons to other sports. While there is still more work to be done, this index provides a good foundation to build on moving forwards. England Netball is committed to ensuring netball is an inclusive sport and improving diversity at all levels. Driven by insight, we’re working collectively across the organisation to develop and deliver our Dedicated 2 Difference Action Plan which will help us drive an anti-racist culture through an equitable approach. Recently, our Regional ED&I Leads joined one of our regular Regional Chairs meetings for the first time (photo from the day below). It was fantastic to have everyone together in one room to spend the day discussing our ambitions as well as sharing best practice, and establishing how we can collectively develop knowledge, build confidence and be fearless leaders to make the change in sport. View the full Race Representation Index report: https://lnkd.in/eed94zm3 #RRI2023 #Diversity #Leadership #Race #Inclusion 

Jackie Robinson's impact reaches far beyond the baseball diamond. His trailblazing journey challenged racial injustice and inspired a movement for equality and justice. 🔹 🔹 🔹 #jackierobinson #inclusionmatters #inclusion #inclusive #culturematters #diversity #diversityandinclusion #culture #representation #representationmatters #baseball #MLB #mondayvibes #mondaymorning #morning #trailblazer #morningvibes #morningmotivation #morninginspiration #linkedinfamily #linkedinfam #linkedinconnection #linkedin #linkedincreators #linkedinconnections #blackexcellence #linkedininfluencer #trailblazers

Absolutely inspiring, especially during International Women's Day! Squash is a fast-paced, exciting racquet sport played indoors on a four-walled court. Here's a breakdown to get you acquainted: Benefits of Squash: 👉🏼 Great Workout: Improves cardiovascular health, builds stamina, and increases muscle tone. 👉🏼 Agility and Reflexes: Quick movements and rapid direction changes enhance agility and reflexes. 👉🏼 Hand-Eye Coordination: Requires precise racquet-ball coordination for accurate shots. 👉🏼 Strategic Thinking: Develops strategic thinking and problem-solving skills during rallies. 👉🏼 Fun and Social: Enjoyable for all ages and skill levels, it can be played competitively or recreationally. #squash #cricket #flagfootball #softball #lacrosse