Being in a rugby scrum is something famous yachtswoman Tracy Edwards MBE has always wanted to do. And she got her chance yesterday for the launch of her new website www.rugbytalks.co.uk which makes it easy for event bookers to find a Rugby star or expert for motivational talks, after dinner speeches or award ceremonies.
She battled for the ball during a photo-call with former England hard man Brian Moore at the offices of the Professional Rugby Players Association (PRA) in Twickenham.
He was nicknamed 'Pit bull' in his heyday as a professional rugby player and is now a popular columnist and broadcast commentator about his favourite sport and agrees with Tracy that rugby players are great ambassadors for sporting achievement.
Tracy, who is famed for skippering the first all female around the world yacht crew, is a keen rugby fan and knows many players who are fantastic role models.
Big names in Rugby have been lining up to join the internet site devised by Tracy who is a top class professional speaker herself and knows the value of sporting motivation.
She chose the eve of the start of the six nations matches to launch the new venture and knows there will be plenty of high achievers now and in the future to keep the website fed. She said: “We see this website as a big step forward in raising the profile of our sports personalities, their fantastic achievements and inspirational work off the pitch.
“It is especially important at the moment for organisations and businesses of all kinds to feel good about themselves and know the value of motivational and inspirational stories about the fabulous personalities who make this sport so special.”
Apart from details about rugby speakers, www.rugbytalks.co.uk website also has latest news about the sport and background history to make it easy for companies to find out about the stars and supply information to their audiences. The new online service also has links to events and press coverage for added value.
It has some prestigious supporters amongst the rugby community, including former England internationals, Lawrence Dallaglio MBE, Brian Moore and the Professional Rugby Players Association (PRA), headed by CEO and former England international, Damian Hopley.
Lawrence Dallaglio said: “Rugby is rich pickings when it comes to sporting heroes. There are plenty to choose from and it is great to find an internet location where you can easily find them. I urge people to put this website into their favourite’s box and book a speaker without delay.”
Similarly Brian Moore (pictured) looks forward to the assistance this new website will bring; “As a former England player and now as a BBC broadcaster, I am uniquely placed to witness all aspects of this great sport from all angles. No matter where I turn I meet individuals with fantastic stories of courage, personal achievement and team spirit– the stuff of sporting legends who are fantastic role models,” he said.
As a skilled speaker trainer and member of the Professional Speakers Association Tracy will support members of the PRA with their presentation skills and content when requested.
The PRA Benevolent Fund supports professional rugby players and their families in the event of serious injury, death, illness or hardship. Damian Hopley said: “A big part of the PRA’s work is to develop players’ off field skills and prepare them for life after rugby, via our Player Development Programme. The training opportunities and exposure offered by Tracy and www.rugbytalks.co.uk will be extremely beneficial to our members.”
Tracy added: ”I am thrilled the PRA recognises the value of the website and look forward to working with them. We are also delighted to be able to do something to support the players and the PRA Benevolent Fund, a very worthy cause close to the hearts of professional rugby players in England.”
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