Jason Emery suspended for 4 weeks for dangerous challenge on Willie le Roux

Highlanders back Jason Emery has been suspended for four weeks for his dangerous challenge on Willie le Roux during the Super Rugby champions' meeting with the Sharks on Friday. Emery was given a six week ban, but it was reduced due to mitagating factors such as his admission of guilt and exemplary disciplinary record.  A SANZAAR Judicial Hearing found Emery guilty of contravening Law 10.4(i) Tackling, tapping, pushing or pulling an Opponent jumping for the ball in a lineout or in open play. Emery was given a red card by referee Ben O'Keefe, but a hearing followed and he will now be out of …