Rugby's money problems predate Covid-19 but long-term growth must be the aim | Will Hooley

The Bedford fly-half Will Hooley accepts wage cuts are necessary during the crisis but asks have those running the sport been maximising its potential?Unprecedented times call for drastic measures. People are struggling to cope with lockdown and the financial pressures that come with it. Rugby players are no exception. A front-row forward suddenly knows more about the government’s furlough scheme and pay cuts than many who work within the financial sector. I am one of the players, coaches, physios and other support staff who have found our lives turned upside down. But this is not just about r…