A Short Introduction for a New Rugby Player
Rugby is a highly competitive, full contact sport. Matches last for 80 minutes, and there are up to 15 different positions one could play. There are positions on the field that require more quickness and agility, and there are other positions that require more physical strength. Every position is important.
Rugby teams are split up into what are known as the "backs" who are involved in running a lot of plays, reading the other team's next moves, and controlling the ball; as well as the "packs" who run penalty plays, support the backs, and maintain the possession of the ball in scrums and line outs.
Every person on the team at some point will be involved in tackling- whether it be being tackled, or tackling another player- mauling, and rucking. These are some of the fundamental objectives in rugby, and they are what keep matches moving quickly and create an exciting game to watch.
Rugby teams are split up into what are known as the "backs" who are involved in running a lot of plays, reading the other team's next moves, and controlling the ball; as well as the "packs" who run penalty plays, support the backs, and maintain the possession of the ball in scrums and line outs.
Every person on the team at some point will be involved in tackling- whether it be being tackled, or tackling another player- mauling, and rucking. These are some of the fundamental objectives in rugby, and they are what keep matches moving quickly and create an exciting game to watch.