Tag: rugby
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The Ruck: What Is A Ruck In Rugby?
For new players and spectators, the breakdown can be one of the most confounding aspects of rugby union. The most critical element of the breakdown, the ruck, may seem particularly mystifying at first, but it’s really quite simple. To help explain what the ruck is, how it works, and how to properly ruck, we’ve created…
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Rugby Scrum: A 101 Guide To The Scrum In Rugby
The scrum is a hallmark of rugby union, immediately recognizable even to those who have only casually watched a match. As each team comes together in a phalanx-like formation and contest of strength, power, and cooperation against the opposition, the scrum rightfully turns heads. But what is the purpose of a rugby scrum and when…
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Rugby Lineout: A 101 Guide To The Lineout In Rugby
In a rugby match, one of the most notable set pieces is the lineout. With players from both teams lined up in a narrow channel, and some being hoisted into the air, it’s a spectacle that even newcomers to the game will find entertaining. But when exactly does the lineout happen, and what are the…
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