Body composition differences by age and playing standard in male rugby union and rugby league: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to determine differences in body compositionn between playing standard and age in male rugby union and rugby league athletes. The MOOSE (Meta-analysis of Observational Studies in Epidemiology) guidelines for design, implementation, and reporting were followed. Studies were required to be in male rugby union or league and have body composition as the primary or secondary outcome.

Do physical qualities influence the attainment of professional status within elite 16-19 year old rugby league players?

Objectives: The current study retrospectively compared the physical qualities of elite academy rugby league players (aged 16-19 years) by career attainment level (i.e., academy or professional).