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The Pressure of the Whistle | Grassroots Rugby, Respect & Player Safety with Keith Lewis
The Pressure of the Whistle | Grassroots Rugby, Respect & Player Safety with Keith Lewis
In this episode of Trauma, Training & Transformation, Dr James Alder speaks with Keith Lewis, Hampshire referee and founder of RugbyReferee.net, about the growing mental health pressures facing grassroots rugby, match officials, and community sport.
Rugby union is built on discipline, resilience, and respect — but behind the whistle lies increasing scrutiny, performance anxiety, abuse, identity strain, and responsibility for player safety. From grassroots rugby to the elite game, referees and officials…
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