Steve Lancaster

Steve Lancaster

administrator New Zealand

Steve Lancaster is the general manager of community rugby for New Zealand Rugby (NZR), where he plays a crucial role in addressing concerns about player safety and engagement in the sport. In a landscape increasingly dominated by digital competition for youth attention, he emphasizes the importance of adapting rugby's appeal to younger generations, particularly Gen Z. Lancaster has been proactive in reshaping perceptions of rugby, highlighting the safety of junior formats and promoting inclusivity as New Zealand's demographic landscape changes.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
7,424
Power
323$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
New Zealand 2 6.00 0.14% +10% 4,822,233 7,424 $210,000 323$
Totals 2 4,822,233 7,424 $210,000 323$
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Recent Mentions

New Zealand New Zealand: New Zealand Rugby general manager community rugby Steve Lancaster when asked if rugby still connects with the country’s teenagers. 6

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: NZ Rugby sees growth in players, battles safety perceptions