When we talk about some of the popular sports of the world, Rugby is one game that comes in everyone’s mind. Though it is a prominent sport in countries like England, France, Wales, New Zealand and US, it’s popularity has spread all across the globe in recent times.
Rugby is undoubtedly one of the toughest games that requires a player to prepare physically and mentally to truly enjoy playing it. One can master the art of playing this game also by incorporating additional skills and techniques and applying them to be able to win a match. This article elucidates on the points that one should consider while taking up rugby as a sport.
Rugby is a game that can be physically exhausting. Hence, a certain level of fitness is required to play this game effectively. Even the most experienced rugby players find it tough to survive on the field for 80 minutes. Therefore, players prepare themselves by undergoing training in the off season that includes rigorous physical training session. Training includes exercises that require immense physical stamina such as cycling, walking, swimming, running, rowing machine and more. It’s best to consult a fitness trainer to receive the best training to prepare for the game.
Handling the ball in Rugby requires great skills that only come with practice and training. There are a variety of grid drills that one can work with others. One’s creativity also works wonders here. Just like other sports, Rugby can also be classified into two groups - equipments and players. To play rugby, one needs:
- A field of 100 meters long.
- A scoring zone known as the Try zone at each end of the ground.
- Goalposts
- A rugby ball.
Playing rugby requires the players to follow a set of rules -
- The game is of two forty minute halves. All players need to play offense and defese. Either a Rugby match can have five or ten minute halftime wherein players can switch out and switch in.
- The knicking of the ball commences the game. The ball should be kicked to go at least ten meters away. The defense should stand behind the person who hits the ball.
- The ball is then kicked, passed and thrown to other players.
- Though a player can kick the ball forward, it should be passed opposite or sideways towards the direction of the ball. If moved forwards, it can be called a scrum.
Though Rugby may seem a tough game to play for beginers, practice and the right guidance can make it a passion for the player within a short period.
