Rugby's British side is making strides in checking the prejudicial approach against homosexual individuals. Although the persistent problem is being gradually addressed, there is no doubt that more needs to be done in totally eradicating the sex-affiliated concern.
Just recently, London has issued the results of its investigation with regards to the scope of homophobia across the UK. The report also contains directives that will, one and for all, handle the gender-related issue.
The findings have revealed that English football organizations need to institute resilient approaches in the overall aspects of the game. What has unveiled pales in comparison to the position of the English Rugby Union (ERU).
It should be remembered that back in November 2014, a couple of rugby spectators have been prohibited from attending games for two years following the verbal abuses hurled at gay referee Nigel Owens who was handling a match between England and Wales in Twickenham. Both offenders have also been ordered to pay a thousand pounds each to the sports official's charity of choice.
In a statement addressed to the Culture, Media and Sport Committee, Owens shares that the British rugby federation has been able to strongly tackle concerns surrounding the game.
During another instance, the union has managed to properly check the homophobic attack on Twitter against gay player Keegan Hirst in a match back in September 2006. The player's team, Batley Bulldogs, has denied the abusive fan entry from its arena.
In line with the homosexuality issues, other sporting events like diving and swimming have joined the rugby group in better addressing gay abuse concerns. The process has encouraged more participation from the gay community during games.
As of late, the RFU has revealed that there are nine gay rugby organizations that are bidding to host the Bingham Cup contest. The amateur tournament, which is being held twice a year, has been played in Manchester during the 2012 season.
That event has featured a "We Call It Rugby" slogan in support to the LGBT fans and personnel of the Manchester Spartans ball club. The campaign, which focused on encouraging vulnerable 16 to 24-year old gay athletes, has managed to promote a wide-scale TV and social media exposure.
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