Is it illegal not to wear a gum shield in rugby?

Answer 1

They are not an essential item but are advisable. When tackled or tackling there is a strong possibility of the mouth coming in to contact with the ground or other players. The shields do prevent many teeth being knocked out.

Answer 2

Absolutely essential unless you want your teeth knocked out. Or a really nasty concussion (yeah, somehow they supposedly protect against concussions). Although you might get one anyway.

Answer 3

hi, you do not have to wear a gum shield but is best to do so otherwise you may bite of your tongue

Answer 4

There are no regulations in either codes that require a player has to wear a mouth guard. It does state in both code the approved guards that any player can wear.

Answer 5

No, once your sixteen you can chose not to.

Answer 6

No they are not BUT they are advisable

Answer 7

do you need a gum shiled for hockey!