Fig. 5.
Percentage of total head acceleration events (HAEs) by playing grade for a all match events, b tackle area and c rucks. The tackle area includes both the tackler and the ball carrier. Rucks were defined as a phase of play with one player on the ground and at least two opposing players engaged over them. Other events include scrum, lineouts, mauls and general play. Figs b and c compare forwards and backs. Prem Premier, U13 Under-13, U15 Under-15, U19 Under-19