EPISODE · Aug 19, 2026 · 3 MIN
Sideline abuse at youth rugby games still an issue
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Months after the Waikato Rugby Union took a strong stance on sideline abuse at youth rugby games - not much has changed. Union boss Amy Marfell spoke out in May, ahead of the season kicking off, saying the region would have a zero tolerance for abuse. This weekend Waikato will celebrate their youth players but there is still a concern that adults' behaviour could turn children away from the game. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.
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