Shane Williams Says WRU Support For Student Rugby Pathways Is 'Almost Non-Existent'
Former Wales and British and Irish Lions wing criticises level of backing given to schools and colleges by the Welsh Rugby Union.
Former Wales and British and Irish Lions wing Shane Williams has said that pathways support for schools and colleges from the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) is "almost non-existent," according to a report by BBC Sport.
Williams, who won 87 caps for Wales and is regarded as one of the country's most celebrated players, made the comments in relation to the development structures currently in place for young players moving through school and college rugby in Wales, BBC Sport reported.
The WRU has not yet issued a public response to the remarks, according to the report.
BBC Sport did not provide further details in the excerpt regarding specific programmes or figures referenced by Williams.
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