'It was treated like a weakness if you don’t dust yourself down and carry on'
5 years ago by The GuardianAdam Hughes and Neil Spence are the latest players to join a legal action over brain injuries caused by playing rugbyAt 30 years of age, Hughes is the youngest of the players to go public. His diagnosis...
World Rugby release a joint statement after receipt of concussion legal case letter
5 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby, The Rugby Football Union and Welsh Rugby have confirmed that they have received a letter of claim from solicitors representing certain players. Rylands Law, which announced...
Concussion in sport: Ex-Dragons centre Adam Hughes on his rugby brain injuries
5 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsFormer Dragons centre Adam Hughes discusses his life-altering brain injuries and why he is suing rugby union's governing bodies.
Legal claim on concussion launched by former players against rugby authorities
5 years ago by The GuardianLetters of claim lodged with World Rugby, RFU and WRUFormer Welsh U20 Adam Hughes, 30, joins legal caseLawyers representing former rugby union players have taken a decisive step in their legal action against...
PRO14 Preview: Conference B
8 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWith the PRO14 returning this weekend we preview Conference B and give a few predictions on how each side will progress throughout the season and identify a few players who are set for big seasons. Benetton Rugby Last...
Adam Hughes announces his retirement
8 years ago by Dragons RugbyDragons centre Adam Hughes has today confirmed his retirement from professional rugby, with immediate effect. The Newport-born Dragons Academy product, made 119 appearances for the Region since...
Pro12: Zebre v Newport Gwent Dragons (Sat)
9 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsWing Adam Hughes makes his 100th start for Newport Gwent Dragons at Zebre.
Hughes feared retirement over concussion
9 years ago by BBC Rugby NewsDragons three-quarter Adam Hughes is "relieved" to be back playing, having feared he may have to retire during five months out.
Newport Gwent Dragons injury update
1 decade ago by Newport Gwent DragonsNewport Gwent Dragons face Benetton Treviso this weekend at the Stadio Monigo, after taking on Munster Rugby last weekend at Rodney Parade. Dragons fly-half Nick...
Newport Gwent Dragons Injury Update
1 decade ago by Newport Gwent DragonsLast weekend saw the Men of Gwent take on Ulster at Kingspan Stadium, where Ollie Griffiths suffered a blow to his AC joint (shoulder). He has been reviewed by a specialist and should be available within...
