No players approached us - SARPA

No players approached us - SARPA

The South African Rugby Players’ Association (SARPA) has reacted to ​Cosatu’s recent statements about players approaching the trade union federation.

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In a statement issued today, the rugby players’ organisation say they have had numerous engagements with the South African Rugby Union (SARU) regarding their strategic transformation plan and continues​ to keep a close eye on their efforts to transform the game.​ ​

 

“At our executive committee meeting held in April this year,​ ​attended by a well-represented group of players including ​representatives from​ the ​National Sevens​ Women’s​ team​, a large part of our agenda was dedicated to this topic,​” said Nyaniso Sam, the players’ organisation spokesperson.

 

​”​A comprehensive presentation was made by SARU to players​ on this matter​,​ which initiated constructive interaction and ultimately an understanding of SARU’s plans going forward​ by our members.​

 

“Although not having been approached by any of our members relating to transformation matters, we as ​the ​players’​ organisation continue to monitor SARU’s plans and engage with the​m​ on a regular basis.”

 

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