Michael Lipman to spread word on Progressive Rugby Down Under
This article is written by Progressive Rugby
Former England, Bristol, Bath and Melbourne Rebels flanker Michael Lipman has become an ambassador for Progressive Rugby in Australia.
Like Carl Hayman, who recently joined the group, Lipman will spread the word about how the lobby group believe the players and the game can be better protected.
Lipman, 42, is one of a growing number of players that have been diagnosed with early onset dementia and probable chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).
“I wanted to get on board with Progressive Rugby because their only agenda is simple - they want to protect the players and the future of the game,” Lipman said.
“I couldn’t believe it when I saw that every single member of the group gives their time and specialist knowledge for free. They realise they can’t help those like me, but they are determined to make a difference to the lives of those in the game now and those who follow.”
Lipman, who won 10 caps for England between 2004 and 2008, will have a primary role of spreading the word on Progressive Rugby and the requirement plans produced for both the elite and community/youth game.
He will also advocate for education and a change in language around brain injury.
“I wanted to get on board with Progressive Rugby because their only agenda is simple - they want to protect the players and the future of the game.”