A study released by Scottish Rugby on Tuesday suggests lowering the tackle height in the men’s community game could significantly reduce the rate of head collisions.
For Claudia Peña-Hidalgo, it seemed just the other day that she was playing in the Spanish Liga Iberdrola, when she started for the Harlequins for the first time.
Aftercare for players, the RFU's policy on overseas talent and Premiership travails are all high on the agenda for the next 12 months.
Who are the rising stars and fresh faces to keep an eye on throughout the coming months?
North Harbour will likely be without one of their star players for the length of the upcoming NPC season - but they've brought in some experienced heads to help counter the loss.
North Harbour will likely be without one of their star players for the length of the upcoming NPC season - but they've brought in some experienced heads to help counter the loss.
The Highlanders continue to make waves in the Super Rugby transfer market with the announcement of Otago trio Vilimoni Koroi, Michael Collins and Sione Misiloi as their three newest signings.
Manu Samoa have been tested as their World Cup preparation continues to build momentum, defeating the New Zealand Heartland XV 36-19 at Eden Park in Auckland.
Undefeated North Harbour play host to the undefeated Tasman Mako in this explosive week three Mitre 10 Cup clash. Follow tonight's action and join the conversation here.
Undefeated North Harbour play host to the undefeated Tasman Mako in this explosive week three Mitre 10 Cup clash. Follow tonight's action and join the conversation here.