More prosecutions may follow after World Rugby partnered with Signify Group to monitor social media abuse of officials and players during the World Cup. The company reported 1,600 social media accounts.
A rugby fan has pleaded guilty to abusing Irish TMO Brian McNiece and his family on social media during the World Cup last year.
World Rugby has welcomed the decision to prosecute Isaia, 22, who was handed a A$1,000 good behaviour bond for 12 months. The abuse of the experienced official, who is also managing director of Teneo Ireland and the chairperson of the Cricket Ireland board, occurred during England's 18-17 pool stage victory over Samoa in October."The vile and toxic abuse is an all too common occurrence for many sports men and women and public figures, and we hope that this sends a very strong message to online trolls that such behaviour is totally unacceptable.
The company reported 1,600 social media accounts for breach of community guidelines during the World Cup."In addition to the support provided to our match officials, the partnership has enabled us to focus on the insights that help us better understand the triggers, tactics and threats and how best to mitigate them," he said.“The TMO role has developed over the years and it’s a tricky one because you get the balance right," he said.
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