Stephen Kara
Dr. Stephen Kara is the national chairman of Sports Medicine New Zealand and a prominent figure in the field of sports science and injury prevention. He has been vocal about the safety risks associated with high-impact sports, particularly highlighting the dangers of the 'run it straight' combat sport. Dr. Kara's expert insights emphasize the severe physical consequences athletes may face, comparing the forces involved in collisions to those of severe car crashes. His advocacy for athlete safety and injury prevention has made him a leading voice in discussions surrounding the regulation and safety of contact sports.
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Recent news mentions
Dr Stephen Kara, national chairman of Sports Medicine New Zealand, compared the biomechanics of the sport's collisions to severe car crashes.
Run it straight: Australian organisation Runit League to debut controversial collision sport in America
New Zealand· 2025-11-17
Sports Medicine New Zealand national chairman Dr Stephen Kara said the biomechanics of the sport’s collisions were 'comparable to severe car crashes'.
Runit Championship League’s $200k ‘run it straight’ final venue shifted from Auckland to Middle EastNew Zealand· 2025-06-12
Dr. Stephen Kara compared the biomechanics of the sport’s collisions to severe car crashes.
Government seeks advice on what action to take against ‘run it straight’ sport amid calls to ban itNew Zealand· 2025-05-29
