Rugby — HIT Recognition
HIT Recognition — Sport

Rugby

Head impact detection built for the contact sport environment — protecting players where collisions are part of the game.

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After the Impact

Head knocks happen.
What happens after matters.

When playing Rugby, impacts are part of the game — but uncertainty after a head knock doesn't have to be.

HIT is a simple, practical tool designed to support players, coaches and clubs after head impacts, providing clarity when it matters most.

Not a
Diagnosis
Not a replacement for
Medical Protocols
Just
Better Information, at the Right Time
HIT gives players, coaches and clubs the objective data they need — so decisions are supported by facts, not guesswork.
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Protocol Compliant
Concussion Guidelines

Designed to work
with protocols.

HIT is designed to support, not replace, existing concussion protocols — built to sit alongside established guidelines.

Complements World Rugby & SRU concussion protocols
Encourages appropriate reporting and follow-up
Reinforces a safety-first approach without changing the rules of the game
Think of HIT as an added layer of awareness — not an override.
How HIT Helps

What HIT does.

HIT tracks head impact forces and presents them clearly — helping players, coaches and schools understand what's happened and what to do next.

HIT helps you understand:
When a head impact may warrant closer attention
When to slow things down and check in
When to follow protocol without second-guessing
It doesn't tell you what to decide — it helps you feel confident in how you decide.
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The Reality
On the Pitch

The reality
of Rugby.

The hardest part isn't the impact — it's the decision afterwards.

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Many head impacts don't look dramatic
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Some players feel "fine" — and say so
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Coaches are left balancing player pressure, responsibility, and uncertainty

HIT exists for this exact moment.

It provides objective impact data designed to sit alongside World Rugby and SRU concussion protocols — helping guide calmer, more informed conversations after a knock.

Designed for Everyone

Simple
by design.

HIT is not:
A performance tracker
A diagnostic device
A complex data platform
There are no:
Complex dashboards to interpret
Technical jargon
Parents shouldn't need specialist knowledge to protect their child.
HIT is designed to be clear, calm, and supportive — when it matters most.
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Safety Decisions

Designed for the people
making safety decisions.

Supporting Rugby from every angle.

Players
Awareness. Confidence. Self-reporting.
Greater understanding of what happened after a knock
More confidence in returning to play
Support to report concerns early, not after symptoms worsen
HIT helps players feel informed, not pressured.
Coaches
Duty of care. Calmer conversations. Clear records.
Objective data to support post-impact discussions
Less reliance on instinct alone in high-pressure moments
Simple documentation support when following protocol
HIT helps coaches lead with clarity.
Clubs & Schools
A stronger welfare culture, without blame.
Demonstrates proactive care for player wellbeing
Reduces grey areas and reactive decision-making
Supports a culture where safety and performance coexist
HIT helps clubs show they take player welfare seriously — consistently.
HIT Connect

What does
HIT Connect
measure?

G‑Force
Linear Impact
Rotational Force
rad/s
Cumulative Impact Load
Session Total
Impact Location
Zone Mapping

HIT Connect fits seamlessly onto your helmets, HIT headguards, headbands, and goggle straps — giving you instant clarity in every ride, tackle, fall, flip, or collision.

Compatible with
Helmets
HIT Headguards
Headbands
Goggle Straps
HIT Connect — What does it measure — Rugby
Rugby Safety

Safer Rugby starts with better information.

Head impacts are an unavoidable part of Rugby.

Uncertainty doesn't have to be.

01
Safety comes first
02
Decisions are shared, not rushed
03
Players are protected without fear or pressure

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Support safer decisions
after head impacts.

Whether you're a player, coach, or club, HIT helps you navigate the moments that matter most — with clarity and confidence.

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HIT is a support tool and does not replace medical advice or existing concussion protocols. Always follow World Rugby and SRU guidelines following a head impact.

FAQs

Your questions, answered.

Everything you need to know about HIT in rugby.

No. HIT does not diagnose concussion and does not replace medical assessment.

HIT is designed to support awareness and decision-making after head impacts, providing objective data that sits alongside established concussion protocols such as World Rugby and SRU guidelines.

No, and it's not intended to.

HIT is designed to work alongside existing protocols, not override them. It supports calmer, more informed conversations and reinforces a safety-first approach without changing how concussion is formally managed.

HIT does not make removal decisions.

It provides additional insight into head impacts so players, coaches and staff can better understand what has occurred and follow appropriate protocols with confidence.

HIT supports duty of care, not liability.

By reinforcing protocol-led decisions, improving documentation, and demonstrating proactive welfare measures, HIT helps clubs and schools show they are taking player wellbeing seriously and responsibly.

Yes. HIT is designed to support all levels of the game, particularly environments where:

Medical staff may not always be present
Coaches juggle multiple responsibilities
Player welfare is a growing concern

It helps create consistency and clarity across the board.

HIT records head impact forces and related performance data.

Access can be managed at an individual or team level, supporting transparency while respecting privacy. Teams remain in control of how data is used within their welfare processes.

Not at all.

Rugby will always be a physical, contact sport. HIT exists to support the people within it — not to remove physicality or change the nature of the game.
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