Rugby For Dummies
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| Rating | : | 4.60 (574 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1118043324 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 384 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-05-29 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Add in entertaining rugby stories from North America and around the world, and you've got the definitive book on rugby!Understand the essentials — get to know the pitch, all the positions on a side, and the game's scoring systemExamine the game in action — figure out the difference between a tackle, ruck, or maul, appreciate the art of scrummaging, and learn to love the line-outGet equipped — grab everything you need to play, from the ball and tee to your jersey and shortsDevelop winning skills — explore the basics of how to run, pass, kick, and tackle, and check out tested training tipsCheer on the sport around the world — thrill to the Rugby World Cup, and get into the game at every level, from high-school heroes to professional superstarsFind out what it takes to become a coach or referee — take your love of the game t
It gives you a look at how rugby is played, offers strategies for winning, and covers every level of the sport, from high school to college (including women's rugby) to the international leagues. Plus, this new edition addresses changes to the rules of rugby, includes new rugby player bios, and looks at rugby's upcoming return to the Olympic games.Inside you'll find easy-to-understand explanations of rugby rules and positions, plus in-depth lessons on skills, fitness training, and winning techniqu
If you want to know Ruby this is the book for you. TopDog This review refers to the 2nd edition (2007).If you have seen a few games and are lost, this is the book you want to get. It explains everything from the smallest detail to the history of the world cup. If you don't know the difference between a ruck and a maul or you have no idea what a pitch or a try is then buy this book. Everything is explained in a simple and easy to understand manner.But then isn't that how all "for dummies" books are written? Well this one is written by people who play and know the game and have an idea how hard it can be for an American o. Good book. I now understand Rugby Amazon Customer Good book. I now understand Rugby!. "Five Stars" according to rando21Five Stars Awesome. . Awesome
Patrick Guthrie is the Director of Broadcast and Sports Development for the City of Glendale, CO.Greg Growden is a rugby correspondent and author of Gold, Mud 'n' Guts.. Mathew Brown is the producer and host of Rugby World on Fox Soccer Plus