| Subject | Date Asked |
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| rugby,gym | 11/19/2009 |
Q: um well im 15 years old and playing openside fetch/flank in rugby....i want to start going to gym to ...
A: It is very important that you work with a qualified trainer in person. This will get you better more ...
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| fitness | 11/15/2009 |
Q: i am 5' 9'' and about 140. Over the winter i want to bulk up a little for next years season since i ...
A: A scrum half gets their passing power from their core. not just abbs but the whole core. I do not ...
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| Playing fly half | 11/11/2009 |
Q: I would like to know the basics of how to play fly half. Some pointers on how to control the game, ...
A: A half back has a core duty: to distribute the balls from the forward phases of play to the backs. ...
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| Return to Rugby | 11/11/2009 |
Q: I'm a 22 year old player currently living in Japan after recently graduating from university in ...
A: I really think you should stay at prop. To play 8 man in the modern game you need speed. Keep in ...
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| which position should i pick? | 11/9/2009 |
Q: Hey, i want to play rugby and i found a team to play for in my town.I have to be a bit older before ...
A: I suggest learning more about the game yourself. If you can see if you get access to games. There is ...
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| Flanker | 11/8/2009 |
Q: My coach said im going to openside flank my next matches and I need to know what I should focus on ...
A: this answer is actually from a past expert Dean Sheaperd so all credit to him but the answer covers ...
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| moving to flanker | 11/7/2009 |
Q: Hey Nick, I've been playing rugby for about 5 years now for Newport (Salop) in England and I'm ...
A: The key thing is that you need to be there on the ball, and the ball carrier every time. When one of ...
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| hooking ball at scrum. | 11/1/2009 |
Q: As a retired hooker I was confused in one of my son's games today with a penalty award.The hooker ...
A: I can't find a law on the books. But I would think this is enforced for safety reasons. I am not for ...
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| Scrum Half's role in a ruck or maul. | 10/27/2009 |
Q: I play scrum half for my local U14 team. In a ruck situation, can the opposition charge me as soon ...
A: The thing is that I could tell you but the real fact is that each ref has their own way of calling ...
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| age limits in rugby | 10/24/2009 |
Q: I am a 41 year old physiotherapist by profession. I look after myself reasonably well, have ...
A: here is no age limit but you might talk to a few different clubs to see if they have team that are ...
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| Tackling | 10/23/2009 |
Q: I am fairly experienced playing here and I am pretty good. I am quick, agile and strong. I am often ...
A: The aim is to make a tackle to stop the play/player. Drive in hard and execute the tackle forcefully ...
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| playing lock | 10/21/2009 |
Q: I'm 175cm and 65 kg in grade 10 and have recently made the training squad for out grade 12 rugby ...
A: Height and weight are not essential to be a good lock but seeing as you are coming off a foot injury ...
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| Position. | 10/21/2009 |
Q: I had stopped playing Rugby Union for a while, and when i returned i have found it difficult to ...
A: Ball skills are alwys a must in being considered for any position especially #8. I would say that as ...
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| fullback no.15- follow up. | 10/19/2009 |
Q: am 20yrs and weigh 70kgs. i want to make a come back to rugby but want to play at fullback. i used ...
A: this answer is actually from a past expert Dean Sheaperd so all credit to him but the answer covers ...
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| fullback no.15 | 10/14/2009 |
Q: am 20yrs and weigh 70kgs. i want to make a come back to rugby but want to play at fullback. i used ...
A: I am really a forwards expert. It sounds like you need to get with your coach. Talk to him about ...
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| Flankers | 10/12/2009 |
Q: Do the openside and blindside flankers switch sides in the scrum depending on which part of the ...
A: There is no law for this but typically you are correct. At the more advanced levels of rugby the ...
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| Tight Head Prop Play | 10/10/2009 |
Q: I have looked through you previosu questions, and found some great tips, but was looking for some ...
A: I am going to put a previous answer for you below about open field play. Feel free to ask more ...
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| scrumming | 10/8/2009 |
Q: could you give me any advanced tip in the scrum thanks ross
A: Here is some information to start with. I could right a thick book on scrummaging so please be ...
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| Tighthead Prop | 10/7/2009 |
Q: I am 15 years old,6ft 1 and about 240 pounds.I am fit enough to get by but could be better.I live in ...
A: It sounds like you need to work directly with a personal trainer to create a customized work out for ...
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| Rugby Sabbatical | 9/23/2009 |
Q: Nick, Love the time you spend to answer everyones questions keep up the great work it's really ...
A: G'day Scotty, OK my old Club the Back Bay Sharks really need a good #10 and props. If you or any ...
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| switching from lock to outside center | 9/22/2009 |
Q: Hey Nick, So I've been playing Lock for the past two years, and feel better suited as a outside ...
A: I am not a strong backs coach sorry but I would start by asking a senior player to mentor you. Get ...
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| what it takes to be the best | 9/5/2009 |
Q: Ive been playing tight head prop for the past four years and im now 22yrs old, i just wanted to find ...
A: sorry for taking so long to get back to you! I suggest going over all my old answered questions and ...
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| when you tackle them how can you get them on the ground?? | 8/30/2009 |
Q: when you tackle them how can you get them on the ground??
A: I get a lot of tackling questions so look through my old answers for more but here is what I usually ...
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| Where do i start? | 8/29/2009 |
Q: I have been watching watching rugby all my life but i never got a chance to play until now.i know ...
A: our best bet is t associate yourself with the rugby club or team you are going to play with. Most ...
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| Power training | 8/22/2009 |
Q: Im 20 and and am currently training for my 2nd year as an inside centre. I played as front row for ...
A: I appreciate that you re a rugby player and have asked me to answer this question because I am a ...
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| What position am i best suited for? | 8/21/2009 |
Q: Hey, I'm a 16 year old and I've just moved to the UK from Tanzania in East Africa for my last two ...
A: Accept that you will probably change positions a couple more times in your career as a player due to ...
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| hooker tips | 8/8/2009 |
Q: alright m8..im a 16 n about 5,7 n weigh about 10 n a half stone so quite small n i play for my rugby ...
A: I am putting a previously answered question below. Also I suggest using Utube to look up "scrum ...
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| tighthead to loosehead prop | 8/4/2009 |
Q: my names ross i am 15 and play tighthead prop. for my club a play tighthead which i have all of my ...
A: here are the basics: Bind last and be slightly behind the hooker who should also be slightly behind ...
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| rugby | 8/2/2009 |
Q: do u know if they have touch rugby games anywhere near pasadena. Kiwi boy
A: I know they have a website and it is one of the older clubs, nice guys.On their site is all the ...
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| Prop Questions | 7/31/2009 |
Q: Nick, Saw some of your other posts on scrummaging and would like to get some of the material you ...
A: No worries I am happy to give what ever advice I can. I suggest going over all my old answered ...
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| loose head prop to hooker | 7/18/2009 |
Q: so their giving me a few games at hooker. my line out throwing is pretty good but is their any good ...
A: Sorry for taking so long to get back to you. Hooker can be played like an extra loosie but at the ...
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| Lock to Number 8 Position. | 7/14/2009 |
Q: Hey i am 13 and i curently play lock i was wondering if number 8 would be a good position for me as ...
A: It is hard to say if you would work out at #8 because I would need to see you actually play but go ...
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| Rugby | 6/30/2009 |
Q: I am from Vancouver B.C. I am going into grade 10 and playing for my local rugby league and high ...
A: This is a sports psychology issue if ever there was one. I suggest a lot of visualization before ...
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| Tight Head Prop | 6/23/2009 |
Q: I know this may seem vain on my part but I was wanting a second opinion. My partner has recently ...
A: It is a tough one to answer as there is no definitive proof it effects performance but if a player ...
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| Positions. | 6/23/2009 |
Q: Im here to ask you what your opinion is one what position to play next year; im trying out for my ...
A: If you are going for a team where the coaches selecting you have never seen you before do yourself a ...
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| Scrun | 6/18/2009 |
Q: Greetings Nick. I live on the West coast (Portland OR). I played rugby many years ago as a ...
A: While scrummaging has progressed a lot with regards to technique the thing you are referring to is ...
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| Training | 6/16/2009 |
Q: i was wondering if you could give me a typically training time table for a professional rugby ...
A: I have given you a lot of pointers to come up with your own plan. I am here to answer specific ...
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| Moving to flanker or number 8 | 6/12/2009 |
Q: I'm 16, about 6 foot 2 and I am 11 and a half stone. I am considering moving to the flanker or ...
A: I don't suggest a move. if being in the backs is working for you then stay there. With age you will ...
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| Training | 6/2/2009 |
Q: i was wondering if you could give me a typically training time table for a professional rugby ...
A: You require a professional trainer, dietitian, medical check up and your actual coach. All these ...
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| Hamstring | 5/28/2009 |
Q: Mr. Vuhnovich. I read your answer about the best way to take care of an injury. I pulled my ...
A: G'day Austin. Here are some links on the Pose Method: http://www.posetech.com/pose_method/ ...
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| Hamstring tightness affecting performance? | 5/28/2009 |
Q: I'm 15 years old, I'm 6ft 4" and weigh 95kg. Despite this I play winger for my school and club - I ...
A: The answer to all is "yes". To "cure" tight hamstrings adopt a Pilates or yoga routine as part of ...
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| scrum and tackles | 5/26/2009 |
Q: Well I am a 16 year old player on my schools rugby team, i have been playing for a year and rarely ...
A: sorry for the delay I have been out sick. I have pasted a couple of recent answers that seem to fit ...
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| how to be a better rugby flanker | 5/24/2009 |
Q: I am a 16 year old playing high school rugby in the U.S. I play flanker on my high school team. I am ...
A: have pasted in a previous question and answer. I suggest you go through my previously answered ...
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| Boots | 5/23/2009 |
Q: I'm new to rugby, and I need advice on getting boots. If it helps you any, I'll most likely be ...
A: Here is a link to an example I did a quick search for "Athletic ankle supports" they are common in ...
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| Boots | 5/22/2009 |
Q: I'm new to rugby, and I need advice on getting boots. If it helps you any, I'll most likely be ...
A: It makes a difference as to what the fields in your area are like. If you are in a wet area then go ...
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| Gap Year Rugby in USA | 5/20/2009 |
Q: my name is Roan and I am 17 years old, originally from the British Virgin Islands but I've been at ...
A: pretty much any team in the 1st Division and any team that also has a Super League Team. The West ...
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| Gap Year Rugby in USA | 5/19/2009 |
Q: my name is Roan and I am 17 years old, originally from the British Virgin Islands but I've been at ...
A: I would look on the website for USA Rugby. The contacts there are all very approachable via email ...
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| Position to play | 5/17/2009 |
Q: In what position would you recommend to put someone who is 6'2" 280lbs and is not very fast but can ...
A: It is very hard to tell someone what position to play it is not as simple as body size or even speed ...
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| Kicking Conversions | 5/13/2009 |
Q: Why do rugby kickers put the ball on the tee the opposite way from american football kickers? It ...
A: I am not a kicking expert by any means Kevin but I believe it has to do with the shape of the ball ...
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| tackling | 5/12/2009 |
Q: I have asked earlier about how the best way to hurt someone when tackling them well the idea when ...
A: The aim is to make a tackle to stop the play/player. Drive in hard and execute the tackle forcefully ...
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| Hurting people | 5/11/2009 |
Q: I am from england And I was wondering where is the best place to tackle someone to hurt them is it ...
A: While there are no "bad questions" there are inappropriate ones. I am going to assume you want to ...
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| a | 5/7/2009 |
Q: needing some advice and it seems your the guy to ask. I'm from the UK and have played the sport for ...
A: at your age you need to consider joining a proper Gym with professional trainers. You need to ...
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| Rugby | 5/7/2009 |
Q: yes well i am a girl but i want to know what postion i would be good at I am in a u14 team I am ...
A: I wish it was as easy as that. To see a person's measurements and know what position they would ...
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| Stealing Ball | 5/6/2009 |
Q: Is it better to close or open your eyes while atemping to steal the ball. I also get shifted to ...
A: within reason keep your eyes open. You need to be sure you are not fighting a team mate over the ...
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| Calf Injury | 5/6/2009 |
Q: I am a South African. I play nr. 8 and I am also the place kicker for my club. This injyry started ...
A: I ignored the same injury and kept playing. With recovery and then the result of more injuries due ...
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| defence | 5/4/2009 |
Q: In coaching a defence line to players , what is the best way that all players in the squad will buy ...
A: There are a lot of questions here so I will try to keep it as simple as I can. First Drift ...
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| Lineout | 4/28/2009 |
Q: how do I coach my No.4 jumper to outmanoever his opponent in a full lineout?
A: This is a difficult thing to tech because your trying to to teach "cunning". Your player needs to ...
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| Tackling | 4/26/2009 |
Q: I play rugby league for my club (Tumbarumba Greens) in Australia. I'm in the under 16s competition. ...
A: Below is a past answer to a similar question. If you focus on the line of the players shorts / ...
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| rugby hits | 4/24/2009 |
Q: ok so i play second row for my school rugby team but i always go high when there running whats the ...
A: Below is a past answer to a similar question. If you focus on the line of the players shorts / ...
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| Another Tight head prop... | 4/23/2009 |
Q: I'm sorry to be sending yet another tight head prop question your way, but I'm pretty sure that I've ...
A: It is a good question that I do not think has been asked to me yet. The first thing to keep in ...
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| scrums | 4/7/2009 |
Q: i fell i carry our pack in the scrum i play 8 but out tight 5 are terible,our coach doesnt do ...
A: I suggest going over all my old answered questions and looking for scrum related subject to read. ...
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| changing from prop to 8th man | 4/7/2009 |
Q: I am 16 years old and for 4 years i have been playing prop but over the pass few years now i have ...
A: For a start keep your duties simple and execute them as well as you can then over time add to that. ...
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| Trying to be a better back | 3/28/2009 |
Q: I just started playing rugby on my college club team in September, and have bounced around the back ...
A: sorry for the delay but I have had some unexpected health issues. I need to be breif so follow up ...
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| First time winger | 3/26/2009 |
Q: i've played most positions in the foward pack and i'm playing hooker for my university this year. ...
A: I am sorry mate but I have been out with unexpected health issues the last week. I suggest you get ...
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| Blinside flanker in the scrum | 3/25/2009 |
Q: I currently play blindside flanker having been moved there from second row at the start of this ...
A: sorry for the delay I have had some unexpected health issues and couldn't get myself set as "away". ...
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| Lock, Eigthman or Outside centre | 3/24/2009 |
Q: I am 14 and 6 ft 2 and roughly 14 stone, I love playing lock and since i started playing two years ...
A: sorry fo rth edelay I have had some unexpected health issues and I didn't a chance to put my self as ...
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| Improving | 3/22/2009 |
Q: I have just turned 17 and have been playing rugby occasionally but not as much as I did a few years ...
A: I have recently found a large library of great training videos on UTube. Search in UTube using the ...
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| stand in hooker | 3/19/2009 |
Q: i am the starting LH prop on my team when we have our normal front row in place but lately our ...
A: Below is a previous answer about hooking in the scrum it should cover what you need to know as well ...
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| Role of tight and loose head props in rucks | 3/17/2009 |
Q: They have recently been selected to play at county level and seem to be picking up advanced ...
A: I think that you hit the nail on the head when you asked about Dynamic Decision making. Your boys ...
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| Rugby Union vs. Rugby League | 3/17/2009 |
Q: I would love to become more familiar with Rugby and how the organization of the sport actually ...
A: Initially the difference between Union and League was that League was professional and Union was ...
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| rugby | 3/14/2009 |
Q: hey my name is nick and i am not a very big kid but want to play flanker how could i get bigger?
A: Sorry buddy but I do not know your age, current size, or anything about you physically. It is like ...
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| I am wondering what position in rugby I should play | 3/14/2009 |
Q: I am new to the sport of rugby, but I have played American Football for about 4 years, Im 15 5''5 ...
A: sorry for the delay in getting back to you. I really can't tell you which position to play at this ...
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| Light Weight Winger | 3/13/2009 |
Q: Alrighty, U19 union club. 17, 6' 160lbs. Just even during practice I'm getting tossed back when it ...
A: don't be too hard on yourself. While defense is important a winger is rarely going to have anything ...
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| prop | 3/9/2009 |
Q: ive been playing prop now for 5 seasons im now 16 and ive been aproached to play for the mens team ...
A: This is more of fitness / workout question. I don't prescribe these as I feel strongly that each ...
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| Rugby | 2/25/2009 |
Q: I have recently moved here from Australia, i live down town salt lake and i miss playing Girls Rugby ...
A: I would hit Google for a local womens' team and also try reaching out to USA Rugby for pointers. ...
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| Rugby Union or American football | 2/25/2009 |
Q: I am from England and I have played sport all my life (soccer, Thai boxing, track are a few of the ...
A: Honestly mate I can't tell you which to play. I say to search your thoughts and go with the sport ...
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| More advanced moves? | 2/23/2009 |
Q: Hey Nick. I don't know if you remember me, but i asked a few questions about flanker play a ...
A: I suggest working with your half back about moves off the break down. The pick and drive is a strong ...
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| rugby club | 2/20/2009 |
Q: I am a 20 year old female and played rugby for one year senior year so i never really got the chance ...
A: I would be surprised if Alberta didn't have a womens' rugby club. I do not know the area but I ...
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| Forwards Roll on Offense | 2/19/2009 |
Q: I am a coach from the USA working with both a senior mens as well as a high school team. My ...
A: It seams like you have observed a successful tactic. I can only say to keep it simple and copy the ...
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| flanker? | 2/17/2009 |
Q: Hey Nick, My name is Ashley I'm 14 and this is my first season playing rugby. I have been a huge fan ...
A: I have pasted in a previous question and answer. I suggest you go through my previously answered ...
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| Flanker Training | 2/14/2009 |
Q: Just to give you an idea, I am 191cm and 84/85Kg and 22 years. I have two months left of pre season ...
A: As per my Bio I don't prescribe work out routines. I always tell individuals to use the gym to get a ...
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| Forwards Roll on Offense | 2/11/2009 |
Q: I am a coach from the USA working with both a senior mens as well as a high school team. My ...
A: Sorry for the delay in getting back to you. The observations you have made are correct, the modern ...
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| Change of position and training | 2/11/2009 |
Q: I'm Matt. I live in Manchester, England, and have been playing rugby for about 6 years. I'm 5'7'', ...
A: Flanker is a pretty heavy change from winger. Also every man and his dog wants to be a flanker. I ...
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| Front row technique | 2/9/2009 |
Q: I am 19 years old and have been playing rugby for two and a half years. I first started at loosehead ...
A: I have pasted a couple of recent answers that seem to fit your needs. I suggest reading over my ...
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| touch football | 2/6/2009 |
Q: in football what are the physical requirements for a successful footballer? i mean by things like do ...
A: The physical requirements are that you are fit enough to enjoy the game and not get injured. I ...
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| should i play rugby ? if yes, which type ? | 2/4/2009 |
Q: i am chinese, 19 years old, 5'11 and 198 lbs. i am pretty sure that not many asians play rugby but i ...
A: I think you should really pick up a copy of "Rugby for Dummies" read it cover to cover. It explains ...
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| should i play rugby ? if yes, which type ? | 1/31/2009 |
Q: i am chinese, 19 years old, 5'11 and 198 lbs. i am pretty sure that not many asians play rugby but i ...
A: I say play Rugby Union not league there is a position for every body type and allows for fast slow ...
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| diet and required fitness | 1/25/2009 |
Q: am 5.9'and 85kg and feel as if am not a perfect height and size for this position. is there a diet ...
A: As per my Bio I do not prescribe diet or fitness plans. I always suggest these requirements. 1. ...
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| Winger | 1/23/2009 |
Q: Hey Im 15 , 5 foot 9 and about 11 stone. im also a winger on my team. i only joined receantly and ...
A: Keep to these simple rules and most of the time you will succeed. On attack: Your back line ...
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| prop advice | 1/22/2009 |
Q: I'm a 14 year old prop and i am quite a big lad. In the scrum when we are all locked together and ...
A: don't take it the wrong way but I feel you could probably improve on your technique a lot more. ...
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| beating the last man | 1/21/2009 |
Q: My name is Bruce. I play rugby for Sam Houston State University. I am a seior. I'm 5'11 253lbs. Due ...
A: Make sure you are not running into the guy and assuming a hard charge and dropped shoulder is all it ...
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| weight training for loose head | 1/19/2009 |
Q: i am the starting LH prop on my team, im 21 years old, i stand 5 10 tall and weigh 115kg i am ...
A: This isn't actually a rugby question it is a weight training question. I would even start to pass ...
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| Position for U-18 Rugby Lague | 1/17/2009 |
Q: I wanted to know how to play a winger for my team;I just started playing rugby this past year and ...
A: Even with all your information your coach will still know better than me. With that said it does ...
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| Switching Positions, Next Steps | 1/14/2009 |
Q: im from canada and right now i play hooker and captain my school team. im about 5'7 163 and im still ...
A: I am not sure of your age. If you are in high school you are probably 16 or 17. You could grow 2 or ...
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| Travelling to the USA to play Rugby | 1/14/2009 |
Q: My name is Marianne and I am living in Australia. My partner and I have been talking about the ...
A: Let me know if I can help. If you are a citizen you'll be fine (obviously) the only real option for ...
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| Forward Training | 1/13/2009 |
Q: my name is Danny and i have been on a rugby team for about 2 months now and we just started ...
A: So practice was murder eh? Here's the rub you need to start getting fit about 3-4 months (at ...
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| Travelling to the USA to play Rugby | 1/13/2009 |
Q: My name is Marianne and I am living in Australia. My partner and I have been talking about the ...
A: I highly suggest the southern California competition: LA, Orange County and San Diego. The two ...
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| What positon should I play? | 1/9/2009 |
Q: I'm a 21 year old female from Canada. I've never played rugby before but I'm thinking of trying it ...
A: I could go on for ever about what position a person should play. I could base it on size, build, ...
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| Forward to back in game | 1/6/2009 |
Q: well my title dosen't really make sense and i am not sure if this question dose really but here we ...
A: G'day Dan, I hesitate hear to give advice to be honest. If an injury keeps you out of the ...
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| Rugby Fitness | 12/23/2008 |
Q: My son (14) has just broken his arm playing rugby and will not now return to play until next ...
A: You will need to consult the doctor who set the arm. He will probably go on the side of over ...
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| how to kick properly at fullback? | 12/23/2008 |
Q: my name josh and i have been playing rugby 4 3 and a half years now and brilliant at tackling, ...
A: For technical kicking skills I can't be of much help so I suggest getting with your coach and / or a ...
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| Pain in bicep | 12/22/2008 |
Q: I was playing rugby when i got tackled i landed on my right shoulder my biceps started hurting but ...
A: GO TO A DOCTOR! What youdescribe could be anything from a muscle strain to a broken coller bone or ...
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| Full Back | 12/18/2008 |
Q: Nick, I have seen some of your previous advice and I sincerely hope you can give me some pointers ...
A: it sounds like you have everything except actual muscle bulk. I would focus on eating well, getting ...
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| changing positions | 12/16/2008 |
Q: I'm a fourteen year old tight-head prop. I'm reasonably tall and I'm 70 kg. I've been unlucky with a ...
A: It is really hard to say mate. I would take the time to have a schedule chat with your coach to go ...
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| USA Divisions and Leagues distinctions | 12/15/2008 |
Q: How do the divisions work in USA Rugby? For example, if Belmont Shore shows they field: ...
A: not something I really have paid a lot of attention to sorry. I think your basic points are correct ...
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| Protective Gear | 12/15/2008 |
Q: I think I was concentrating on where my head should go too much... what you said seems more ...
A: No worries - go ahead and wear head gear. Any of the ones on a good rugby on-line store will do. I ...
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| rugby | 12/15/2008 |
Q: i have played rugby for serval years and at one of the highest levels at my age group am wondering ...
A: Working out properly will be the only way to add muscle. Make sure to use a proper trainer/gym and ...
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| Coping with older, stronger players | 12/9/2008 |
Q: I asked you a while ago (in September I think) about playing 7 at school despite being a lock. Well ...
A: With regards to ruck do your best to come in from directly behind the ball and push from there. If ...
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| 8 man | 12/8/2008 |
Q: greetings mate, last year was my first year playing rugby at age 15, 6'1.5 tall weighing 245 ...
A: I suggest getting with a professional trainer or a gym to get a custom work out based on your ...
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| us rugby | 12/7/2008 |
Q: Hey I’m from Australia, I’m 18. And have played rugby, rugby league most of my life. Have made ...
A: G'day Repia If you mean a paying carreer then I would focus on UK and Europe or Japan for the cash ...
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| prop, second row and number 8 | 12/6/2008 |
Q: hey there, Last year i started to play rugby for my school and i'm now really getting into it. i ...
A: The key thing is to be a play maker and line breaker. Your work rate is one of the highest on the ...
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| Job in usa | 12/6/2008 |
Q: I'm going to the US(Indiana) for continuing my education in PHD level. I have a boyfriend to whom I ...
A: Sorry to take so long to get back to you. Congratulations on getting married and also the PHD ...
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| Position Dilemma | 12/5/2008 |
Q: I'm a 5'6,170lb 18 year old with 6 years of experience playing at school level. I'm currently ...
A: Sorry for taking so long to get back to you. Honestly without being able to evaluate your game in ...
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| Tackling - Head to which side? | 12/4/2008 |
Q: I am old boy starting to play again and have a question about tackling. It has to do with which ...
A: sorry for taking so long to get back to you. You head should go to the side that is "out of the ...
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| diet for lock | 11/22/2008 |
Q: You alright? i am 14 almost 15 6'4 and im between 224 and 238lbs, i've been playing lock for my ...
A: Right thanks mate. You sound like a big fellow for a 15 year old. I am personally against "dieting". ...
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| Agressive Rucking | 11/18/2008 |
Q: I asked a previous question on the scrum and since implementing some of the information from your ...
A: It takes a lot of drills during traing to get rucking right. It takes a lot of practice. We get ...
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| Should i play rugby? | 11/16/2008 |
Q: You probably get this question all the time but i'm not sure if i have the size to be effective. I'm ...
A: Mate, you sound perfect for rugby a 6 foot 185 pound guy can play in the backs, the flank or even ...
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| Representative teams | 11/15/2008 |
Q: I am 18,from Pretoria-South Africa,I have played for my School's 1st team for 2 years,am 92kg,play ...
A: G'day Jason, I am assuming you have a scholarship at Highschool level? If so I would look to the ...
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| Recruitment/Rebuilding | 11/13/2008 |
Q: We are looking to recruit and rebuild our team at COAST. What are some ideas or opinions you might ...
A: G'day Lynnie Give my best to the girls. I used to come out a few years ago to assist Chris with the ...
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| Position shift - prop to hooker | 11/13/2008 |
Q: I asked you a question a year or so back about tighthead prop while i was playing u18s. I've now ...
A: G'day Jim, Moving to hooker is fine if you enjoy it and you get game time. As long as you are ...
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| prop to centre | 11/11/2008 |
Q: hey i am 14 and have always been big and not very quick. i have always had good handling skills. i ...
A: There is a lot to know about center. Keep things simple and make sure you are very deep on attact to ...
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| 1st centre 2 flanker | 11/10/2008 |
Q: i have played rugby in ireland for 7 years i have always played centre,outhalf or fullback for my ...
A: there is a lot to learn and experience is the best teacher. Get with your coach prior to each game ...
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| Rugby Tatics | 11/4/2008 |
Q: my name is Jacob and I am a captain, coach on an America high school rugby team. We have some backs ...
A: below is a past question that fits what you asked for. The first part is about captancy and after ...
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| Rugby | 11/3/2008 |
Q: my right hand side is my stronger passing hand. I can spin the ball off of my left hand side but the ...
A: Read through my old answered questions as there are a few questions like yours. I will paste one ...
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| Bull Running? | 11/3/2008 |
Q: I am on the small side for a rugby player, but I am able to make most of the important tackles and I ...
A: Each refery will have their wn interperatation during a game but basically what you describe is not ...
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| rucking | 11/2/2008 |
Q: how should you prepare yourself for a breakdown then execute it correctly?
A: The key thing is to practive getting your body facing the right direction when you go down. Your ...
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| Blindside flanker | 11/1/2008 |
Q: Ok, so im a blindside flanker and i have to disrupt opposition play and support my guys when we have ...
A: Communication is critical in any position. The #8, Flankers and #9 are a sub team in themselves on ...
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| what position should i play? | 10/30/2008 |
Q: i have been playing rugby for about 4 years all together and i have recently switched from league to ...
A: I don't expect you to understand but I really can't make the call here. I always suggest playing the ...
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| Rugby participation in the UK | 10/29/2008 |
Q: I am currently researching rugby for coursework, and i need to work out thisWith reference to two ...
A: That is a tough one. In the UK clubs are actually very "rich" via private / corporate funding and ...
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| What Drills can I do if I want to be a flanker? | 10/27/2008 |
Q: I'm thinking of being a flanker, I am running around a field and doing press ups. But i know ...
A: I shy away from prescribing work out regimes for individuals as it is a hard thing to get right in ...
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| amatuer rugby in scotland. | 10/27/2008 |
Q: ive just recently became intrested in trying rugby out as a hobby and im having trouble in finding a ...
A: G'day John, I am not familiar with the Scottish program. I would start by asking around the people ...
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| rugby in the usa | 10/24/2008 |
Q: I am a 17 year old from England, i have played age grade county level rugby and have under 19's caps ...
A: The clubs in Japan are generally Corporations: Mitsubishi, Toyota, Yamaha etc. I would try searching ...
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| rugby in the usa | 10/22/2008 |
Q: I am a 17 year old from England, i have played age grade county level rugby and have under 19's caps ...
A: I am not going to say it can't be done but it is highly unlikely. You actually have a better chance ...
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| Scrum | 10/21/2008 |
Q: I'am the captain of a schools 1st XV in the Midlands. We have a decent pack of forwards who have a ...
A: Yes calls are important. Read the first three links I have given below and print them out for you ...
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| Height problem | 10/18/2008 |
Q: I'm 16 years old and my current height is 165cm , I used to play outside centre and wing since grade ...
A: I think you have syched yourself out here. Height is not an issue at scrum half. In fact scrum ...
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| tackling and nerves | 10/17/2008 |
Q: i am 14 and i usually play centre but i was moved in to full back for a while. i don't no what to ...
A: Below I have put previous questions with the answers that are similar to yours. Rather than repeat ...
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| Number eight | 10/15/2008 |
Q: I'm a new player of a small team in Brazil. Here the rugby sport is not common, and we are doing our ...
A: A number 8's key goal on attack is to be a game breaking ball carrier. From the side of the scrum ...
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| YOUTH RUGBY IN UTAH | 10/14/2008 |
Q: Who do I contact about youth rugby programs in Salt Lake City, Utah?
A: G'day Michael, Just approach local clubs via a phone call or go to their website to see when and ...
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| progressing my rugby. | 10/12/2008 |
Q: i am 16 and have been playing rugby for 9 years now, rugby has always been such a big passion to ...
A: G'day Nick, I would be keeping in contact with your current and past selectors and coaches. Ask ...
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| Lock to Flanker | 10/12/2008 |
Q: Hey, How are you. I am 15 6'2 and 282lbs, I am making the change from lock to flank this year and ...
A: At your age you can't do much about your size. You will only grow as fast as your body wants to. The ...
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| Rugby | 10/11/2008 |
Q: I am considered a very small guy, I'm only 5'6" and i weigh a good 117. I play the wing side and I'm ...
A: G'Day CJ, Having a well crafted, planned out weight and cardio/ spped regime is always worth ...
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| Touch rugby in Orange County | 10/11/2008 |
Q: Nick, I live in Garden Grove and am looking for touch rugby close by also. Have you had any luck?
A: Every sunday at the A-Street field by Balboa Pier in Newport and every Wednesday night at Irvine ...
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| rugby | 10/8/2008 |
Q: My name is Hermien Voigt. I live in South Africa. I have an 18 year old son, who is finishing his ...
A: I apologize for the delay in getting back to you. I will need to do a little more research on this ...
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| hooker, running the ball | 10/7/2008 |
Q: i just got into a pro club development program. i can do the throwing. but i need to know what the ...
A: What you are seems to work so keep doing it. Don't over think things what works in the moment is ...
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| outside center | 10/7/2008 |
Q: hey, i am 15 and play outside center in Ontario Canada, do you have any tips on training i could do ...
A: You need to focus on keeping your aerobic fitness base while building strength and bulk. Also taking ...
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| fitness | 10/5/2008 |
Q: i am enjoying it as i am reading through the sports paper or magazine. But iv got this question. ...
A: G'day Gerhard. It is usually a combination of beep test and specific exercises that focus on the ...
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| Rugby participation in the UK | 10/2/2008 |
Q: I am currently researching rugby for coursework, and i need to work out thisWith reference to two ...
A: You might try formally asking the Australian Institute of Sport for data. I figure you will ne to ...
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| Line Out Lifters | 9/29/2008 |
Q: recently since being placed in the first team as a flanker I've been placed with a problem, that is ...
A: There are a lot of issues here. Fist your team should be dedicating set time to practicing your ...
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| rugby | 9/27/2008 |
Q: but i was just wondering if there is anything i should know about Flanker thanks 4 answering :D
A: Read over my old answered questions I get a lot on Flanker. Also read my answers on takling. Here ...
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| Flanker | 9/27/2008 |
Q: Hey Nick! I asked a question awhile back regarding Flankers. The season has just started, and I'm ...
A: Here are a few things you can put in your head prior to games that more advanced flankers do: Turn ...
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| winger | 9/26/2008 |
Q: Im 12 years in UK school year 8 im 5 ft tall but im really light im only just over 6 stone. im ...
A: Wing is not my strong point but I will do my best. I can suggest the book "rugby for dummies" a good ...
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| Rugby or Touch in Irvine | 9/21/2008 |
Q: I'm from NZ and I've just moved to Irvine for work on a fixed term contract. During my time here, ...
A: in all honesty I haven't had the chance to chase up the girls at coast. Here is the link to their ...
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| Lock help | 9/21/2008 |
Q: I'm brand new to the sport of rugby and I joined my college rugby club. I know very little from my ...
A: I always suggest the book "rugby for dummies" also there are some great websites with rugby drills, ...
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| Rugby or Touch in Irvine | 9/19/2008 |
Q: I'm from NZ and I've just moved to Irvine for work on a fixed term contract. During my time here, ...
A: Welcome to Orange County California. I myself am in Costa Mesa and work close to Irvine off the 405. ...
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| Fly-half tactics | 9/18/2008 |
Q: I've been playing fly-half for three years at my university. My inside center is the best runner on ...
A: I would ask this question to your coach. It is safest to run his game plan as much as possible. If ...
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| place kicking | 9/16/2008 |
Q: in my spare time i go dwn the local field and practise my place kickin with my friend. i find it ...
A: try to come from an angle. Have your friend scream in your face as loud as he can while setting up ...
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| Determining Position | 9/11/2008 |
Q: I am a 5'10" 190-lb. 22-year old with several years of experience playing rugby in Texas. I ...
A: The questions you ask are good ones they show that you have put some thought into the position. I ...
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| rugby, loose head prop | 9/10/2008 |
Q: i've only been playing rugby for a year, i've only ever played for my school team, we didnt do that ...
A: I am very sorry I have taken so long to get back to you. Below are some links and advice for ...
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| Mental side of tackling and crash balling | 9/10/2008 |
Q: I play second row (and occasionaly back row) and have done for a bout 6 months (I'm 15). Mostly my ...
A: Sorry it has taken so long to get back to you. I had the same issue at your age and until someone ...
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| Second Row | 9/10/2008 |
Q: My son (13) has played scrum half from the age of seven, over this summer he has grown about 15cm ...
A: I try not to give fitness advice. I always suggest getting involved in an athletics club or finding ...
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| Boots | 9/9/2008 |
Q: I was about to buy high top rugby boots for my son, (hooker) I found a site that suggested the right ...
A: Sorry it has taken so long to get back to you. I can't think of a site. You might want to try a ...
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| "Weak" Hand Passing | 9/9/2008 |
Q: I'm 15 years old and have just started senior rugby at my school after 4 years of junior rugby, but ...
A: sorry it has taken so long to get to you. I recently answered a question like your so I have ...
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| Should I change position because I'm playing with older players? | 9/9/2008 |
Q: Sorry my subject title doesn't make much sense-It'll take a while to explain. I'm 15, have been ...
A: Sorry it has taken so long to get to you. If you coach will put you in the starting line up if you ...
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| catching a high ball | 9/9/2008 |
Q: I'm a coach, busy with a presentation on catching a high ball. Could you please help me with some ...
A: I will try to keep it as simple as I can. The player should; Call for the ball Make sure they are ...
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| Front row size discrepancy | 9/8/2008 |
Q: Nick, I'm looking for a second opinion. My son's school wants him to play at tight-head prop. He's ...
A: That is a tough one. A tall prop is not all bad if the coach is well versed in the technique needed ...
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| Determining Position | 9/8/2008 |
Q: I am a 5'10" 190-lb. 22-year old with several years of experience playing rugby in Texas. I ...
A: It is not that you are over analyzing the change it is that I feel you are under estimating the ...
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| touch football | 9/6/2008 |
Q: I am a College student and I would like to find out the following questions that is specifically for ...
A: First are you asking about touch football or touch rugby. I ask because I am not familiar with the ...
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| Second Row | 9/5/2008 |
Q: My son (13) has played scrum half from the age of seven, over this summer he has grown about 15cm ...
A: I will put some good links below with regards to rugby over all. The one for him to focus on the ...
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| Fitness and weight training | 9/4/2008 |
Q: i am 14 years old and i am training to play rugby. Can you recommend any web sites or a program for ...
A: Here are a few links below. I also suggest joining a local athletics club or a gym with quality ...
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| tackling | 8/26/2008 |
Q: ) im 13 . 6ft tall and weigh 10 stone and i play blindside flanker for dunstable but i also play ...
A: The league tackle can be useful in union especially if you are at risk of the guy you are tackling ...
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| Changing Positions | 8/23/2008 |
Q: I started playing rugby this year. I played for my high school than for a local club team. I've ...
A: Sorry to take so long to get back to you. 8 Man is a position that requires impact play. The 8 man ...
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| What position should I play? | 8/18/2008 |
Q: I have been playing rugby for 5 years now at school, and am 17 going on 18. The coming season is my ...
A: OK mate, first thing is first: get as fit as you can. No matter what position you end up playing in ...
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| how to be a better flanker | 8/16/2008 |
Q: i live in Singapore.I am 1.6m tall and 40kg.I play u14 rugby. I am 13. My season has just ended. I ...
A: At your age you can't do much about your size. You will only grow as fast as your body wants to. The ...
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| western MA youth rugby teams | 8/10/2008 |
Q: I resently became interested in rugby, and i was wondering if there was any youth rugby teams in ...
A: The guys at USA Rugby should be able to point you towards and exsisting league and team in your area ...
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| Size and weight | 8/9/2008 |
Q: well theres 3 weeks of pre-season left just weighed myself there tonight, 16st 5lbs, and im 6 foot ...
A: I would like to see a few trainings and games then do a measured fitness test to see where you are ...
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| tackeling | 8/4/2008 |
Q: i play at nom 8 for u 15 and i want to get better at tackling i am ok at tackling but i need some ...
A: I get this question a lot so please understand why I have cut and pasted a recent answer below. Good ...
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| defending | 8/4/2008 |
Q: when attacking my OC is very fast so we are almost unstoppable. but when defending he trys to tackle ...
A: While I am not a backs expert it seems that your real problem is why you are left marking 2 players. ...
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| "beefing up" | 8/2/2008 |
Q: im am 14, 50kg and 170cm. i am a winger and i was wondering if you could give me tips on how to ...
A: At 14 just keep up with fitness. Get to a point where you can easily do 40 or 50 press ups and wide ...
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| ABC's | 7/31/2008 |
Q: Could you give me a clear definition of how ABC's occur in play? Could you tell me when it is used, ...
A: G'day Phil, I have to admit you have me stumped. I have never heard of what you are talking about. ...
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| Flanker / No.8 | 7/31/2008 |
Q: Hey Nick! I'm 14, and i'm soon to move into the u15s for my towns team. I've played as prop and ...
A: There is a lot to learn for each position so I will try to keep it to a few simple points on each. ...
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| Rugby Rule regarding tackling or contact above the shoulders | 7/31/2008 |
Q: Nick, I am a fellow Expert under the American Football section. I have a question concerning the ...
A: G'day Victor, If you cut and paste this link to your browser locator it should take you to the ...
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| shepherding and inside breaks | 7/27/2008 |
Q: Hey, i'm a wing from south africa. I play for my university's third side but were the strongest in ...
A: G'day Francois, It is a tough call mate as I personally have trouble visualising the exact ...
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| underweight for rugby | 7/26/2008 |
Q: I have been playing rugby for 5 months i am age 27 10 half stone and 6ft 1 in am i too underweight ...
A: That is a very subjective question. What position are you? If you are an outside back you could be ...
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| Props | 7/26/2008 |
Q: Well anyway Iv done well this past season i won player of the season and scored 10 tries. I have ...
A: I suggest making sure you do the basic as well as you can. Extreme focus on the task at hand be it ...
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| Greater distance off my left hand | 7/26/2008 |
Q: I play scrum-half and is there any drills I can do to get a greater distance off my left hand pass?
A: Any drill that you would use to improve your right hand pass will work for your left hand. You ...
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| Supliments | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I have asked you a question before and thanks for giving me very helpful advice. My question is I ...
A: I alsmost never prescribe fitness or weight routines / answers on this site. I always suggest ...
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| Rookie Rugby player | 7/23/2008 |
Q: Howdy, I'm 18 years old and goin to be starting with Rugby this fall playing for my university. I ...
A: G'day Chris on your size a lone I would go with Scrum half 1st them fullback or even wing if you are ...
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| postion | 7/18/2008 |
Q: im a fan of the sport rugby and im interested in playing it. i just dont know what position to play. ...
A: G'day Rich. I can't pick the position for you mate as with rugby it is not a simple issue to put ...
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| Scrum Half | 7/16/2008 |
Q: Well, I'm playing this game for a year now. I've played as third row (flanker), and in the backs as ...
A: I wouldn't assume you will be too small to play flanker in Europe. Skill and fitness at that ...
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| Breaking defensive lines | 7/12/2008 |
Q: I play as no.8 for my club. im one of the biggest anf fastest guys on the field. I carry the ball ...
A: G'day John, I will answer the tackling bit first. It is a common question that comes up so if you ...
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| Passing(rugby) | 7/11/2008 |
Q: I play scrum half for my school team and I was wondering if you could give me a few tips on passing ...
A: Slowly but surely is the answer here mate. Lots of practice. A simple drill is to get a bag of ...
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| Playing Rugby for the first time | 7/10/2008 |
Q: Hey, I currently live in Auckland, New Zealand and I am interested in playing Rugby. But the problem ...
A: I advise talking with your doctor about this and to keep getting bi-weekly check ups as you start to ...
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| coaching | 7/9/2008 |
Q: im a new coach and have always played in the forwards however although i can teach the backs bsics ...
A: I play to my strengths and keep to comment based on my observations of a player. Take notes during a ...
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| Injuries | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I am doing a research project in school and I was wondering if you could tell me the major muscles ...
A: I suspect ankle injuries are more common for locks. Rugby in general seems to have a lot of calf ...
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| My Position? | 7/7/2008 |
Q: My name’s Andy and I'm a Rugby addict. However over the past year I’ve lived abroad and since ...
A: G'day Andy, I have to be honest, I have been away from high school / 16/17 year old rugby players ...
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| rugby | 7/6/2008 |
Q: How you doing today? I`m 29yrs old and 145 pounds I want to know what it takes to get in national ...
A: For every player it is different. I can say the sacrifice is always large with time and the risk of ...
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| Rugby: Kick at Goal | 7/4/2008 |
Q: my name is Joey and I am a fullback [first season] for my high school rugby team and I have a ...
A: I truly have no experience in place kicking. I went to Google and used these key words for a search: ...
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| Backhand Passing | 7/4/2008 |
Q: I would like to know if there any special gripping method or tricks in having a spin pass to someone ...
A: I will do my best but it is not a strong point for me, sorry to say. The pass is basically the ...
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| Fitness programme for a prop | 7/1/2008 |
Q: Hey, I'm 22 years old from Ireland. I'm 6 foot tall and 19 stone. I have been playing rugby since I ...
A: As my bio says I do not give fitness programs. I suggest getting to a quality gym and getting a ...
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| from american football to rugby union | 7/1/2008 |
Q: I played defensive tackle in american football in high school but I want to make that transition to ...
A: Sorry mate I have no idea what a defensive tackle is, I rarely watch football. I suggest locating a ...
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| no.8 position | 6/29/2008 |
Q: I'm currently moving on into chipstead u17's and have found myself to be aware of most assets ...
A: If you are doing a lot of tackles and are in the middle of rucks and mauls then you will get to the ...
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| New position | 6/27/2008 |
Q: Hey, I have played rugby for 3 years now. I started up as full back and it was fine, the next year I ...
A: sorry for the time it took to get back with you. I think you are over rating the weight issue. You ...
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| Props | 6/26/2008 |
Q: I am thinking of changing postion to prop. But im unsure weather to go to tight or loose head. What ...
A: What position are you now David? If you are doing well I would stay there especially if you are ...
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| Tighthead Prop | 6/26/2008 |
Q: I am 15 years old, 6'1 and 264 pounds and fit. I play tighthead for my city team and I'm finding it ...
A: that link I gave and the others will give you much same advice for the scrum. Find a professional ...
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| Going from back row to front row | 6/25/2008 |
Q: I'm a 17 year old player playing at senior level for the last season i have been playing back row as ...
A: I am pasting a couple of questions previously answered below. I also highly advise going back ...
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| Rugby Boots | 6/25/2008 |
Q: I am a rugby player(I play prop) from Canada and it usually rains here so I use soft ground boots ...
A: If the ground is really hard go for a soccer boot with the molded studs but make sure they are as ...
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| Tighthead Prop | 6/24/2008 |
Q: I am 15 years old, 6'1 and 264 pounds and fit. I play tighthead for my city team and I'm finding it ...
A: jeeze your are a monster mate! Good on you for working on technique and not resting on your size. ...
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| scrum | 6/24/2008 |
Q: Does it matter what foot steps first when I push in the scrum ...eg outer or inside ANSWER: Hi Dave ...
A: it is a recently answered question, have a look in my old questions for more tips. Sounds like you ...
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| Flanker | 6/24/2008 |
Q: im ian and i am 20, i play blindside for the 2nds team in my area of wales at the moment. The ...
A: G'day Ian, Sounds like you are doing a great job. Have you asked your coach what more you could ...
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| General Flanker stuff | 6/17/2008 |
Q: i'm a 16 year old flanker(openside) and have been playing it for a while but suffered from a bad ...
A: I will answer the tackling question last by pasting in another question and answer that might help ...
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| blindside flank | 6/17/2008 |
Q: i have been wondering why most countries and teams prefer a quicker openside flank to a blindside ...
A: Good question, I agree with you. South Africa has it right and so does Aussie who have run two open ...
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| Playing Full-back | 6/16/2008 |
Q: i started playing rugby this season and thanks to a few good coaches and players,ive become really ...
A: I am not a true full back expert and suggest trying the other rugby expert on this site he seems to ...
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| Where to play? | 6/16/2008 |
Q: Hey mate, just wanted some advice on where you think I should play positionally. I have never ...
A: G'day Matt, sorry for taking so long. It would appear to me that flanker is a good fit for you. I ...
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| Tips for Regional trials. | 6/11/2008 |
Q: I'm 14 and have just started playing this season, i play tight head prop. My coach recommended me to ...
A: I suggest going through my old answers and looking at anything to do with Srums, rucks and mauls. ...
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| Kicking | 6/7/2008 |
Q: I find it very difficult to kick the ball far, I am not sure what it is but it should be technique ...
A: No offense mate, but I try to be clear in my bio that I suck at kicking, I am a prop and while ok I ...
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| Winger | 6/5/2008 |
Q: I play right winger and i need some tips on being a winger. Im very fast ad can kick pretty ...
A: Read through my old answered questions there are a few with the heading "Winger" they will all help, ...
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| Tackling | 6/3/2008 |
Q: I'm 14 and i Live in Australia. Currently I've been playing in the front row (hooker and tight head ...
A: I sense a confidence issue but I could be wrong. I suggest really getting into the pre-game. If ...
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| Winger | 6/2/2008 |
Q:
A: The way I used it means to force the opposite player to run between you and the side line. You are ...
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| Flanker | 6/1/2008 |
Q: I am 15 and am 5ft8 and 12 stone. I havent ever played rugby before but I row semi - pro, so am ...
A: flanker or number 8 sounds good for you but you will need to work on your skills. Get with your ...
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| d | 5/30/2008 |
Q: what kind o of pre season training should i be doing as a scrum half!all of the aspect such as ...
A: Find a gym with a good trainer, get with your coach, join an athletics club but make sure you have ...
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| flanker duties | 5/22/2008 |
Q: my name is Chris and i am playing flanker for my school team and i would appreciate it if you can ...
A: there is a lot to learnand experience is the best teacher. Get with your coach prior to each game ...
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| Kicking Tees | 5/20/2008 |
Q: Just a general question about kicking tees. I know you said you don't specialize in kicking, but do ...
A: Tees are such a personal thing kind of like boots or a mouth guard. Sometime two people can have the ...
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| no9 | 5/19/2008 |
Q: hey!Next season i really want to reprsent my region with rugby.there are 3 of us looking for that ...
A: All other skills being equal the biggest skill a scout looks for is vocal leadership of your ...
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| Tighthead scrum | 5/18/2008 |
Q: What exactly does it mean when a team has lost or been penalised a "tighthead scrum"?
A: To loose a tighthead scrum means you had the feed and your team was beaten in the scrum. The ...
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| Rugby-Tips on being a winger | 5/18/2008 |
Q: Im 11yrs old 1.63metres tall weigh 43kg and play winger for my rep rugby team. Im the fastest on my ...
A: I have recently answered a question like this so I pasted it below, the same applies to you. In ...
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| Fitness | 5/17/2008 |
Q: I am a second row at club level and I am about 20 kilos overweight. I have 11 weeks to lose this ...
A: I suggest going to a proper trainer and dietitian and getting a program. The trick is to consume ...
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| Duties of a lock, flank and eight man in modern rugby | 5/16/2008 |
Q: My son an ex triathlete age 16, height 6' 4", weight 90kg plays lock. As he is big he has always ...
A: sorry for the delay. I will paste an e-mail below that helps with ruck, maul and field play. First ...
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| What position to play? | 5/13/2008 |
Q: 1'' tall and weigh 82 to 87 kg(yes it does fluctuate quite a bit) I have good upper body strength, ...
A: Forget size mate, play the positon you like best. You are in a funny size that could suite lock, ...
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| Fitness for a Hooker | 5/11/2008 |
Q: I live in Christchurch, New Zealand and play hooker. I was hoping that you might have some tips for ...
A: I suggest you train to maximize your strengths and improve your weaknesses. If you are a prop-like ...
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| Rucking | 5/10/2008 |
Q: Hey, I play Tighthead Prop.I'm having some trouble on the field during play. I will get to the ruck ...
A: G'day Jord, When running into a ruck you need to quickly determine if you are actually needed. If ...
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| Switching positions | 5/10/2008 |
Q: I have a question about switching positions. I have played rugby in my high school for about a year ...
A: The big thing you will need to keep up on is communication. The phyical attribute are there for you ...
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| Position | 5/9/2008 |
Q: I'm currently 16 years old, 5 ft 6 in, weighing at around 70kgs and I go to the gym almost every ...
A: At your age Dion I suggest you pick the position you personally enjoy the most and work from there. ...
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| hooker | 5/8/2008 |
Q: i have played 2 games as hooker and i am sort of good at it. i win the ball when my team throws the ...
A: I assume that when you say "throw in" you mean the scrum put in. If you are winning most of your own ...
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| hooking the ball | 5/8/2008 |
Q: so the scrummy is throwing in from the left, but you say attempt to hook with your right? i tried ...
A: I didn't explain well enough. You need to have your hips angled towards the whole/ ball with your ...
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| I´m too old | 5/6/2008 |
Q: I´m 35 years old , an I want to start too play rugby, am i too old ?
A: Nope. It does depend on your conditioning and the level of play in the team you pick but I know guys ...
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| scrum half | 5/5/2008 |
Q: I'm darcy and im 15 years old and im playing rugby for my school for the first time. I've been told ...
A: A half back has a core duty: to distribute the balls from the forward phases of play to the backs. ...
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| too high in the scrum | 5/3/2008 |
Q: hey i recently have just played in the finals of our tournament, i normally play prop but was ...
A: it is a recently answered question, have a look in my old questions for more tips. Sounds like you ...
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| running the ball | 5/2/2008 |
Q: i am the starting scrum-half for a high school team. my backfeild has trouble getting the ball out ...
A: Unless unavoidable look to move around a defender. If you have support you will want to draw the ...
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| Rugby | 4/19/2008 |
Q: I am a 5"8 flanker and am 12 stone. (Is this a good size for an u15 player. [I weight train alot as ...
A: It is a touchy one. It sounds like you have the basics down. If your team is loosing due to a weak ...
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| tackling | 4/13/2008 |
Q: have you got any tips on how to make a big open field tackle where you knock the opposition back? ...
A: I suggest going over all my old answered questions I have pasted one below to get you started, ...
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| Rugby tips | 4/12/2008 |
Q: I'm 14. I play number 8 for my school and for my club but lately I have been playing flanker for ...
A: there are many, many things you can work on here. The biggest thing for a flanker is to ALWAYS be ...
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| Hooker help | 4/12/2008 |
Q: Just a line to see if you can help. I play hooker and was wondering if you have any tips. I'm fine ...
A: I will put some links to help but in the scrum it sounds like you need to utilize your props more. ...
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| secrets | 4/11/2008 |
Q: These are how to regain the ball and also what I'm allowed to do in rucks and malls that is not of ...
A: The trick is a combination of communication and body position. In a ruck or maul, half the problem ...
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| Prop's Job | 4/10/2008 |
Q: I live in Canada. I have been given the position of prop. I sort of know what I have to do in a ...
A: welcome to rugby. An easy start, if you can: try to get a copy of "Rugby for Dummies", you can ...
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| What Position? | 4/7/2008 |
Q: I am 18, 6ft 3 inches and 18 stone(250 lbs) what position would be best for me? Thanks in advance
A: If you are finding you are as fast as a flanker or #8 while at practice then go for that. Time will ...
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| Could I play lock? | 4/6/2008 |
Q: I'm looking at returning to rugby this year in New Zealand after a few years of football and I'm ...
A: I think you can play lock. At the level of rugby you are talking about (all respect) the pickiness ...
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| Spear and dump tackles | 4/5/2008 |
Q: I watch alot of rugby and a good dump or spear tackle always looks great. can you give me some tips ...
A: Spear tackles are illegal and I hope you never experience the feeling of a team mate or someone you ...
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| Loose to tighthead | 4/4/2008 |
Q: Hey...My coach recently asked me to play tighthead prop. A bit hesitant as all my life I have been ...
A: I hear you mate. I was a loose head for years and was often thrown in tighthead by coaches who ...
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| drinks | 4/4/2008 |
Q: I want to know if its illegal to drink an energy drink before you are playing a rugby match. Is it ...
A: I do not know if it is illegal. The rules probably change once a player goes professional as those ...
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| changing positions | 4/2/2008 |
Q: i want to change positions at my rugby club from flanker to wing. Firstly, how should i go about ...
A: G'day Ben, I strongly suggest talking with your coach. Fist of all it will probably be him who ...
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| I am a forward but think id be a great back | 3/23/2008 |
Q: I am a #8/flanker and generally score alot of tries. I am probably the fastest or second fastest on ...
A: At your age the best way to get better at being a back is by playing in the backs. You may have to ...
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| Blindside | 3/22/2008 |
Q: I'm 23, 5'11" and around 88-91kg now and this season is my first season back after around four years ...
A: I have posted a previously answered question below regarding Blindside Flanker. I can also suggest ...
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| What position? | 3/21/2008 |
Q: i am 16 yrs old and i am beginning to play rugby with my high school team> I am 6'1 but only 148lbs ...
A: I think you might be a good back 1st 5 / inside center or center. Do some study on the game and ...
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| Second Row Binding | 3/21/2008 |
Q: First off, I have been selected to play for my clubs second team, which is a big step from the under ...
A: congratulations on making the team. Binding at lock is actually quite simple. There are two ...
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| Diet | 3/19/2008 |
Q: Hey I am a 16 year old boy playing rugby. I am 6ft 1 and around 115kg but it aint all fat honest and ...
A: I trust you when you say that you "aint all fat" if you are working out 2-3 hours a day and if you ...
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| Am I too old to go pro? | 3/18/2008 |
Q: I've just moved to a new area and recently (3 months at most) taken up rugby and love it. I'm 6'6 ...
A: My appologies for the delay in getting abck to you. You are fine to try an go pro. A good model ...
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| cleats | 3/13/2008 |
Q: My 14 year old son Radovan joined the rugby team at Culver Military Academy in Indiana. He ordered ...
A: I Cindy, very sorry for the delay in getting back to you. I will provide some links at the end of ...
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| 8th man | 3/10/2008 |
Q: Last week i decided to start rugby at my school. I live in SA and i'm about 1,71m tall and weigh 70 ...
A: There is a lot to know about being a number 8. I will provide some links to help you research as ...
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| Rugby | 3/9/2008 |
Q: Im a openside flanker and am trying to improve fitness and speed, both edurance and acceleration. I ...
A: I try to be clear in my bio that I don't give physical workouts. I believe in the use of experienced ...
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| No.8 | 3/6/2008 |
Q: i play no.8 and i was wondering if you have any tips or practises i can try whilst picking the ball ...
A: Sounds like you might have a slow delivery from your hooker. Work with him and your half back. Work ...
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| going from second row to hooker | 3/5/2008 |
Q: i currently play second row and i'm 6" 3' but i want to play in the hooker position, am i too tall ...
A: very sorry for the delay in getting back to you. If your props are the same height or taller I ...
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| tight head prop | 3/2/2008 |
Q: i have been playing 'thp' for a season now i am a bit concerned that at being 193cm tall i may be at ...
A: sorry for the delay in getting back to you. You are at no real disadvantage. Read through some of ...
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| Wing | 3/2/2008 |
Q: Basically i need advice on what the wing accutaly does, i've had about 3 rugby games in my life, im ...
A: Wing does have a lot to do. Wing is not my strong point but I will do my best. I can suggest the ...
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| Max Brito | 3/2/2008 |
Q: Is Max Brito still alive? ANSWER: I am very, very sorry for taking so long to get back to you. I ...
A: I did see that on Googling his name that Wikipedia does have him listed with the last update being ...
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| Players rolls | 3/1/2008 |
Q: I am playing rugby for the 0/15 and is captain. I want to discuss the roll that players must play ...
A: Sorry, I am a little confused by the question please be more direct. Google "Rugby Positions" and ...
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| positions | 3/1/2008 |
Q: i am a 16 year old girl and i have just started to play rugby-i dont know much about how to play ...
A: Good on you for getting into rugby (any active sport) I would like you to do one thing first. Go to ...
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| playing center | 2/26/2008 |
Q: ability in the last 3 games i have played there and scored 3 trys but i dont think when playing at ...
A: I would first try this: Write a letter, make it clear and correct (spelling etc) I do not know how ...
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| high ball catching | 2/24/2008 |
Q: i am 15, 176cm and 10 stone.. i play on the wing for my club and school and i think i know nearly ...
A: Tough question mate. It isn't about "forgetting" about the pressure. Pressure is good, it makes ...
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| speed / pro rugby | 2/23/2008 |
Q: i asked u a question before i think im 15 yrs old i play prop. ive begun weight training and it's ...
A: With regard to sending your resume out: I would achieve as much as you can in England first, the ...
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| position problem? | 2/23/2008 |
Q: I want to know what position should I play.Im 16 years old and I'm going to play for under 18's. ...
A: Ask him to give you some advice. He will have seen you play and will have a better idea. At the ...
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| playing center | 2/23/2008 |
Q: ability in the last 3 games i have played there and scored 3 trys but i dont think when playing at ...
A: I can't speak from personal experience but I know a few guys. The big thing is to get seen. Have a ...
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| playing center | 2/21/2008 |
Q: ability in the last 3 games i have played there and scored 3 trys but i dont think when playing at ...
A: That is the million dollar question my friend. You are a physically big guy. If you are fast and ...
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| postion | 2/20/2008 |
Q: I've been playing Rugby for a few months now in Florida. I'd like to know which position suits me ...
A: Your coach probably knows best but I am surprised he has put a person new to rugby in a position ...
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| Famous scrum halfs | 2/20/2008 |
Q: I'm looking for the names of the scrum halfs of all over the world in teams like, Argentina, ...
A: Famous Scrum-Halves - Gareth Edwards (Wales; arguably the greatest player of all-time), Matt Dawson ...
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| counter attacks for rugby union | 2/19/2008 |
Q: county and national squads, but more counter attacks and involving the backs more would help a ...
A: G'day Craig, Counter attack on back play is not my strong point. I can suggest some great ...
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| confused | 2/18/2008 |
Q: i am new to the game of rugby an i play hooker an don't have a clue wa to do were do i stand in the ...
A: May I suggest "Rugby for Dummies" which you can get on Amazon.com it is a great start to learn ...
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| what position should i play | 2/17/2008 |
Q: i have played second row(lock) for a while but my coach has considered moving me to #8 i have played ...
A: Sounds like you are an above average / good player. Based on your height and the fact that you are ...
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| Fitness | 2/16/2008 |
Q: can you tell me how to get fit. When our couch training us and it is running and pass or just ...
A: First get a physical from your family doctor to make sure there is no asthma or anything like that. ...
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| Loosehead prop | 2/14/2008 |
Q: my name is graham harvey, just wondering if you could help me. i read in one of your answers on ...
A: Here are the links I suggest, the first one is the better I believe but overall they are good. You ...
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| being an eagle | 2/12/2008 |
Q: i am 5'10 215 pounds with 4.6 forty speed. i play flanker for my mens club team in shreveport and i ...
A: G'day Anthony, I would be keeping in contact with the selectors and coaches who put you in those ...
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| What should I do to get started | 2/10/2008 |
Q: I am not a fast sprinter but my endurance is really good. I am very strong. My coach wants me to be ...
A: looks like you are a big young fellow. With not so much speed I think lock is a good start. From ...
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| fed up with rugby | 1/16/2008 |
Q: i have been working really hard this year and have broken into the 1st team in my school, i am now a ...
A: G'day mate, RE: my answer below what ended up happening with your situation? Yeah this is a ...
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| Improving My Open Play | 1/5/2008 |
Q: I'll start off with stats. I'm a 5'8, 15 stone 15 year old. My body build isn't as fat as that ...
A: I would replace the bike cardio with running (not jogging) 30-40 minutes no more. Timed run. Look to ...
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| running with the ball/weight training | 1/3/2008 |
Q: im in the county team already. i wanted to ask what is the best way for me to run with the ball?? ...
A: The best thing to remember is "run through open doors not walls" When practical side step, if a fend ...
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| lineout jump | 12/31/2007 |
Q: i am a 2nd row forward playing for my local club 1st team and really want to fine tune my lineout ...
A: There are a few techniques so keep that in mind. I will give you what I think is the best. The key ...
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| 1st 5 needs help | 12/29/2007 |
Q: hey nick how you going, my name is Ruka Hanlon and i currently live on the Gold Coast Australia. I ...
A: G'day Ruka, My opinion is that you need two things: 1. A training partner 2. A professional ...
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| Which position should I play? | 12/21/2007 |
Q: Nick, I'm 14, 5'11", and weigh 130 lbs. My tackle isn't very hard, but I can run fast, take hard ...
A: It sounds like you may be already playing rugby. In this case you probably already know the position ...
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| Height Problem | 12/18/2007 |
Q: I've asked questions earlier about flanking, and I learned a lot. I now have the position of Flanker ...
A: Congratulations mate. Keep it simple and focus on "the now". Enjoy and work at being a good ...
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| Finding Clubs | 12/17/2007 |
Q: This may be a little off for you, but I am in the Army and have been playing for less than a year ...
A: Keep it simple mate, use Google. Google the area you are in and "rugby" That should flush up a ...
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| Proptology | 12/16/2007 |
Q: Hey Man i play prop in australia and i'm pretty good atleast i think i am, i'm about 6 foot 1 and 16 ...
A: G'day Cal. Mate, you're huge at 112kgs or 118. Look at the weights of the best professional props ...
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| moving my position | 11/28/2007 |
Q: Hey. well I am playing in the position of a flanker (blindside). In the beginning our couch put me ...
A: Sorry to hear you are disappointed at your coach's decisions. It appears there could be a difference ...
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| Hooker questions | 11/18/2007 |
Q: Hey Mate, Two Questions: 1.) What are my main roles after either myself or my opposing hooker makes ...
A: G'day James. For scrums once you have hooked the ball plant both your feet shoulder width apart ...
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| rugby "hooker" | 11/16/2007 |
Q: looking for some good playing advice about playing as a hooker. Im 24 well built in upper body and ...
A: Go with what you have. Like Os Du Randt of South Africa, 35 years old, big slow but bursts of speed. ...
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| Starting Rugby | 11/12/2007 |
Q: I'm 24, and havent played any team sports since I was 12 and want to start playing Rugby. I've ...
A: G'day James, Keep trying the clubs mate, call around. If you are in Orange County California I ...
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| Rugby | 11/11/2007 |
Q: I am wanting to change positions from second-row to blind-side flanker. Have you any tips for pre ...
A: The training is similar for the need to get a mix of strength, fitness and bulk. The thing to add in ...
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| Wing to flanker | 11/8/2007 |
Q: Hey, well I'm around 5"10, and around 63 KG. I have a fast sprint, a good side step and have a good ...
A: It is not an unusual switch depending on your age. if you are under 19 most players move around a ...
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| Winger?!? | 11/6/2007 |
Q: Hey I'm Johno and I live in England, I recently moved to a new club that wasn't doing so well. ...
A: G'day Johno, It sounds like you are doing ok for a first try at a position that couldn't be ...
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| loosehead | 11/5/2007 |
Q: im 14 yrs old and play loosehead for my school and local club im told i do the basics well hold up ...
A: I am VERY sorry for not getting back sooner! It sounds like you are doing a good job, for a 14 year ...
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| play dates | 11/3/2007 |
Q: How do I find a schedule for games played in England? When does the season begin and end? Thanks.
A: If you mean club rugby I would say look up the Rugby Football Union of UKM, the official site of ...
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| Openside/Blindside Flanker Jobs | 11/2/2007 |
Q: I was able to try flanker (openside) at practice this thursday ( nov.1), and let me say, it was ...
A: I am VERY sorry for the delay in getting back to you. New job. You are correct about the duties of ...
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| Coaching oppotunities | 11/2/2007 |
Q: i am 20 and from England and i am soon to be RFU lv 2 qualified coach and i am intrested in coming ...
A: Try contacting USA Rugby directly: www.usarugby.org and research some of the "summer camps" here. ...
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| number 8 | 10/30/2007 |
Q: cheers
A: Great question Christian, I wish I could show you some simple things in person but I will do my ...
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| gym work and training | 10/29/2007 |
Q: i am 15 years old - and have been gyming it for almost 2 years, and i was wondering how much gym ...
A: As I say in my Bio I always defer to a professional trainer with these matters. If you have an ...
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| Forward Positions (Locks and Flankers) | 10/28/2007 |
Q: This is my first year playing rugby, and honestly, this is best thing I've done in YEARS. I love it ...
A: G'day Geoff, all good questions my man, no arrogance in there at all. To answer question 1 I ...
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| question | 10/28/2007 |
Q: I've got a big question.i need a way to stop a maul, formed after a line out, when my scrum is ...
A: It helps to treat the maul off the line out as an extension of the line out set piece. If you are ...
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| Prop help. | 10/26/2007 |
Q: I'm 12 years old with a good knowledge of rugby, and can tackle, scrum and maul easily. My fitness ...
A: It is difficult to really know what your problem is here. It might be worth getting the coach to ...
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| Back into Rugby | 10/24/2007 |
Q: I'm thinking of getting back into rugby to play for my local club in London. Problem is, it's been ...
A: Come on mate, you already know the answer to this. Play what ever position you want to and work your ...
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| rugby position | 10/23/2007 |
Q: pretty quick and pretty strong i have been placed as a forward i don't feel this is right for me ...
A: I don't know how old you are mate but I suggest that if you are getting regular game time just go ...
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| position | 10/23/2007 |
Q: my name is robert and i am starting rugby for the first time, im 15 6ft 2, strong in legs and chest ...
A: Ok mate, I am sorry to say that I still can't give you a hard set answer. At 15 I would say look at ...
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| Scrum Half | 10/21/2007 |
Q: How do I improve passing off my weaker hand?
A: Slowly but surely is the answer here mate. Lots of practice. A simple drill is to get a bag of ...
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| Reading the game | 10/17/2007 |
Q: I'm currently in Michigan and have been playing rugby for a while, namely at Wing, however recently ...
A: I Krish, something happened to my server when I went to answer this so I hope this goes through. ...
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| What Position Should I Play? | 10/14/2007 |
Q: I am 5ft tall, 98 pounds and 13 years old what rugby position should I play?
A: I am sorry if I sound a bit rude but please understand that I really can't answer this question. ...
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| flanker | 10/10/2007 |
Q: i have just joined my school rugby team and have become a flanker. I have a slight idea on wat im ...
A: I have pasted some previous answers for you below. Also look at www.coachingrugby.com and if ...
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| Rugby Clubs | 10/9/2007 |
Q: I want to email rugby clubs in the North East is there a way to get all the email addresses Thank ...
A: G'day Kym I assume you mean the USA so try USA Rugby and Google: Rugby Clubs....." for your area. ...
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| To old to play | 10/7/2007 |
Q: I played for a whooping two years about 5 years ago but fell out of it for unrelated reasons. I am ...
A: PS: Good on you mate, thanks for the rating, I read yesterday that the average age of the English ...
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| hooking the ball | 10/7/2007 |
Q: i have just started playing hooker and im not sure about which foot to hook with every one seems to ...
A: hook with your left, get your tight head to bind first and be slightly ahead of you when lining up ...
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| full back | 10/6/2007 |
Q: I was just wondering could you give me some pointers in how to properly play in full back and the ...
A: I have put an answer below from a previously answered question on full back. I do not pretend to be ...
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| forwards vs backs | 10/4/2007 |
Q: who is more important as a collective group in a game of rugby? forwards or backs? and why is this?
A: This is an "opinion" type question. There is no correct answer. It is said that the backs cannot win ...
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| rugby season | 10/3/2007 |
Q: when is rugby season in the USA? when do teams start practicing? how would i find games or practices ...
A: The pre season starts about now. Practices start and there may be some non-league warm up games. The ...
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| Blindside flanking | 9/29/2007 |
Q: Ive been playing blindside flank since we started full 8 scrummaging, but my partner at openside is ...
A: Ask if your partner would like to play "left and right" side flanker. That way you each get a go at ...
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| New player | 9/23/2007 |
Q: I want to know the rules of rugby, techniques, and what position is best suited for me. I am 5' 11", ...
A: It looks like you need "rugby 101". I suggest reading the books; "Rugby for Dummies" followed by ...
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| fitness | 9/23/2007 |
Q: I think I am going to play wing. I want to know what muscles should I work out. Also what drills can ...
A: Get to a gym and get a proper trainer to work with you. You want to be a running back just like in ...
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| Positioning problems | 9/20/2007 |
Q: First, I'm Brazilian, so sorry about the misspellings. I've started playing rugby in about 2 months. ...
A: I am not a back coach but try to "Google" "rugby full back" (or any other position) and there is a ...
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| Lock Help | 9/20/2007 |
Q: My names Brian and I've been locking for 4 years now at my college. Up until this fall season I've ...
A: G'day Brian, I assume you mean the flanker is binding on incorrectly not the "winger" but any how ...
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| Should I stay at Prop? | 9/20/2007 |
Q: I am 6' 3'' and 235lbs. I am a freshman at a Texas college, playing rugby for my second year. I ...
A: G'day Ben, If you are getting regular games at prop I would stay there you have the physique for ...
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| coaching rugby in america | 9/19/2007 |
Q: I played rugby for a few years but because of injury i cannot play any more, i am on a coaching ...
A: I suggest looking for an area first, I am in Newport Beach, California. I currently am associated ...
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| getting back into rugby and fitness | 9/15/2007 |
Q: I have not played rugby for a year now and I have to admit my fitness is suffering. I would like to ...
A: Sorry Duncan, as per my Bio I don't work on individual fitness training. Get to a gym / coach and ...
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| coaching rugby in america | 9/15/2007 |
Q: I played rugby for a few years but because of injury i cannot play any more, i am on a coaching ...
A: G'day James, Where are you now? Coaching in America is a loose affair, there is not a ...
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| new at fly-half and almost having a nervous breakdown..lol | 9/15/2007 |
Q: i've been playing wing and outside center for the next game, my coach wants me to play fly-half. ...
A: I suggest working with your 1st 5 to get him to set the back line, they should know, the half back's ...
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| new rugby hooker | 9/14/2007 |
Q: just to see what it was like. i ended up making the team and i don't know the first thing about ...
A: Sorry for the delay in getting back to you. Below are some links for the basics of the scrum and ...
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| Improving for Winger | 9/14/2007 |
Q: im 14, 50kg and 165cm. I'm moving to a the next age division next year and want to know how to be a ...
A: OK mate, first thing is first, if you want to be the fasted winger then put down the third burger ...
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| Where do I go? | 9/14/2007 |
Q: I'm planning on returning to the pitch after a 4 year hiatus. Problem is, I was 13 last time I ...
A: With out really knowing your rugby history I would say go for number 8 or flanker. # 8 needs a ...
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| Fullback | 9/11/2007 |
Q: I'm 162cm and weigh almost 60kg. I am 14 years old. I wish to play fullback next year. Please give ...
A: I have pasted the answers to similar questions below. This is not just because I don't want to type ...
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| What is my best position in Rugby? | 9/10/2007 |
Q: I know the above is a weird question which you are thinking "how on earth can I answer that without ...
A: No one has ever asked a stupid question but plenty of people are stupid for not asking a question. ...
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| Lock Or backrow | 9/10/2007 |
Q: I'm 18, Im 6'4" so I've been playing lock for my college club. The problem is I'm only 170ish ...
A: At 18 I had the same issue, in fact so did most of my peers. I was about 5'9" and could not break ...
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| Tight propping | 9/7/2007 |
Q: I just wanted to ask what muscles are most important for being a prop? Im assuming legs and chest, ...
A: By far the greatest strength you need is your core: abs, obliques and very importantly all your back ...
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| Getting into Rugby | 9/7/2007 |
Q: Hey, I stayed in England over the summer and really started liking rugby. However, I am back in ...
A: G'day You are in luck, southern California has a wealth of good rugby clubs in different degrees ...
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| rugby | 8/27/2007 |
Q: whats an defensive kick and what number the posisition lock?
A: G'day, A defensive kick is what I would call a tactical kick. You may not end up with the ball as ...
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| weightlifting and rugby | 8/27/2007 |
Q: say if you start weightlifting at 15 do you stop growing in heights?and what is and overlap?cheers
A: My opinion is this: No weights until at least 18 or 19 to allow for the bones to grow fully. ...
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| Lock to Number 8 Or Prop? | 8/27/2007 |
Q: Hey Nick, i just moved to rugby union from league where i was prop for 3 years and captain of my u ...
A: G'day Sam, I think you could be better suited to flanker or #8 if you are still growing. You're ...
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| props | 8/25/2007 |
Q: Is there a height preference for the two props? If there is a height difference who should be where ...
A: There really isn't too big an issue here if you are talking about an inch or two but generally the ...
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| rugby tackling | 8/24/2007 |
Q: im 14 years old and im 5'9 and 9 stone. im good tackling head on and from the back but when they go ...
A: Below I have put two previous questions withe their answers that are similar to yours. Rather than ...
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| rookie trying rugby | 8/24/2007 |
Q: i am very new to playing rugby, in fact i have just finished the 8th training session of my entire ...
A: Welcome to Rugby! First I suggest some basic things. Select the one position you want specifically. ...
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| being small-playing rugby | 8/23/2007 |
Q: i am really small. i like playing rugby and i play scrum half. is it possible to be too small to ...
A: I don't know your age or actual size , nor do I know the age and size of your team mates / ...
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| Scrum Half - Weights etc | 8/22/2007 |
Q: and have also represented my town and district, and have had various trials for my home ...
A: Hey Mikey, did you read my bio thoroughly? Not to be rude mate I just want to make sure. I don't ...
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| tackleing help | 8/21/2007 |
Q: ive just started play rugby again after 2 year ive just started with a youth. I find the tempo easy ...
A: Below I have put two previous questions withe their answers that are similar to yours. Rather than ...
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| Wing to second row?? | 8/21/2007 |
Q: I have always been a winger, but my coach wants me to play second row for a match on this Saturday ...
A: G'day Caspian, Your neck should not hurt unless it came from the strain of holding your head up ...
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| weight and height | 8/21/2007 |
Q: I am thinking about joining SDSU rugby team, but I am worried whether they are going to accept me or ...
A: Hell yes mate, Rugby has a position for every body type, depending on your speed, co-ordination ...
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| No.8 | 8/17/2007 |
Q: I have played at lock and flanker and can play them but i like playing at number 8.
A: No. 8 is the most common position for captains. Why? because of the amount of communication the ...
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| Tighthead | 8/17/2007 |
Q: I've been playing rugby for nearly two years now and I play at Tighthead at u18 level. I'm about ...
A: G'day James, As for your neck, / #1: if you haven't already gone in I urge you to get your neck ...
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| Changing positions | 8/16/2007 |
Q: I am 43 years old and play my rugby in the west country of England. I have been propping for the ...
A: G'day Nick, Sorry to hear you had the injury. If the doctor says you can play then I would move ...
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| Lineout and srum drills | 8/14/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if you could give me some drills to use for my team that will teach the basic skills ...
A: There is a lot to go over in a question like yours. One practice alone will not do it and I am not ...
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| codes | 8/14/2007 |
Q: ( fat boxers 2 ) which means the ball is going to the fly half missing the centres nd full back ...
A: OK Kyle, I can only guess a couple of things as I do not really know you. But I have a couple of ...
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| Size and potential | 8/14/2007 |
Q: I was recently introduced to rugby and I was interested in playing. I played football for 6 years ...
A: G'day Babatunde, Sounds like your size is not an issue. I don't know how old you are or how fit you ...
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| size issue for rugby? | 8/13/2007 |
Q: hey, im from canada, i am five one and 100 pounds, i was previously on the wrestling team, but i ...
A: I am not sure of your age so it is hard for me to say. It is up to you. If you feel you can play ...
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| scrum-half | 8/13/2007 |
Q: I'm kyle im 13 years old and im a scrum-half for my school , local team nd the whole region but i'm ...
A: I will put some information below about tackling that I have answered before. I suggest going ...
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| changin positions | 8/11/2007 |
Q: my name is Josh. I am currently playing second row and i play this position to very high standard. ...
A: by second row I assume you mean lock. It is strange , most people want to be flankers and not locks ...
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| being a 3rd prop | 8/10/2007 |
Q: I play Hooker for my team. The way our team is set up is that there is me and then another player ...
A: The way to be a good third prop is to break your on-field duties up into set piece and open play. ...
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| What position?!?!? | 8/6/2007 |
Q: I haven't played rugby for a while, when I did I was full back. Now I am considering university ...
A: It is difficult for me to give you great advice here. I say to have fun with it. If you want to play ...
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| amatuer club rugby - too old to get involved? | 8/4/2007 |
Q: I am 22, 6ft 4", 15 stone and looking to get back into playing rugby, hopefully for a local club in ...
A: I say go for it. I played for London French myself and in the 3rd and 2nd divisions of the London ...
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| hooker skills | 7/29/2007 |
Q: i am 16 years old and i live in Ireland i play rugby with my local club i wear the number 2 jersey i ...
A: Here is a usefull link for you: http://www.coachesinfo.com/article/?id=83 I could right a book ...
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| Passing Problems | 7/25/2007 |
Q: Hey, I'm a fly-half who has an ok pass. However, strangely my left hand is much better at passing ...
A: I recently answered a question like your so I have pasted it below. As for improving acceleration ...
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| FLY-Half and center | 7/21/2007 |
Q: I'v e been playing rugby for two years and been playing on the wing. i've excellent handling and ...
A: There are many changes when going from wing to center. I will leave the details to you and your ...
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| rugby training | 7/16/2007 |
Q: I'm 5 foot 4 and 55 killograms and play openside flanker. Should i be lifting heavy weights as our ...
A: Off season is traditionally the time to repair any injuries first, maintain / build base fitness and ...
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| line-out ball position | 7/16/2007 |
Q: I'm 15 years old and play hooker for my high school team in canada. I was wondering if you have any ...
A: G'day Steve Here is a usefull link for you on line out the throw in: ...
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| Broken Bones | 7/14/2007 |
Q: I play hooker for my college team in Buffalo, NY. Last semester we were playing a small 7's kind of ...
A: I am not a doctor but from what I know the bone will heal together harder at the point of the break. ...
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| tackling | 7/14/2007 |
Q: Hey, I am a winger and I like to rush up at kick offs, how can I be sure that i will not miss tackle ...
A: Good question, First if you see the fend coming drive in harder with the legs and duck the shoulder ...
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| tackling | 7/10/2007 |
Q: Hey, I am a winger and I like to rush up at kick offs, how can I be sure that i will not miss tackle ...
A: I have recently answered a question like this so I pasted it below, the same applies to you. In ...
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| Positioning in rugby 7. | 7/10/2007 |
Q: I've recently set up a small rugby sevens club in my city in Poland. I'm very interested in rugby 7 ...
A: G'day Mateusz, I have to be honest and say I am not very experienced in this situation. You might ...
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| New Prop | 7/9/2007 |
Q: Hey, I am a 16 yr old girl from Canada and just started playing Rugby. I play loosehead prop. I'm ...
A: As for prop the if you are shorter than the opposing player that is to your advantage. The objective ...
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| line-out moves | 7/6/2007 |
Q: I'm a level 1 coach in England for an under 16's team and wondered if anyone has got any interesting ...
A: sorry for the delay in getting back to you. Here's one: this can work at the front or the back of ...
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| finding a place to play | 6/29/2007 |
Q: I am a 16 year old girl interested in playing rugby, particularly this summer. My school does not ...
A: Good on you for getting into it. I am sorry but I am not familiar with women's teams in Chicago. Go ...
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| Lock positioning | 6/27/2007 |
Q: I'm a 17 year old female rugby player and I play for both a club and a school team. On my school ...
A: I recently answered a question like this so I have pasted it in below. I always suggest working ...
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| Broken Boots | 6/27/2007 |
Q: I broke my fibula in a ruck player came from the side hit my knee snap I play #2 div 3 U.S.A ...
A: You need a properly worked up weight / resistance regime. This will involve going to a gym and ...
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| Second Row | 6/26/2007 |
Q: I am a female rugger, 6', 150lbs and I started playing rugby about a year ago. I play for a brand ...
A: This is a question that I could wright a book on to answer, the main things a lock does in between ...
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| Twickenham | 6/25/2007 |
Q: What is good about Twickenham Stadium Location
A: The location is nice, the stadium is located near the Tube and is a nice town to go out for a drink ...
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| General Hooker play | 6/24/2007 |
Q: I recently started playing hooker but i played flank at high school. Any tips for how to throw line ...
A: As for general play a hooker can play much like a flanker only he should be a little more committed ...
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| which position? | 6/21/2007 |
Q: i haven't played serious rugby for 3 years and have decided to give it one last attempt. I've been ...
A: G'day Jeff, Good on you for getting back into it. I can suggest: 1. give yourself time for match ...
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| tackling | 6/18/2007 |
Q: im 13 years old and 6ft and i weigh 13stone. i play tighthead prop for a club. i need to improve my ...
A: I have pasted the answer to a question similar to yours below. As a fellow prop I congratulate you ...
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| rugby positions!?! | 6/17/2007 |
Q: im 13 (yr 8 almst yr9), i live in England and i play flanker. howvever i am wondering whether i ...
A: If the coach is starting you at flanker and has no problem with your size then stay there. At 13 you ...
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| hooker advice | 6/13/2007 |
Q: hey, i recently started playing hooker but i still cant get my technique right to hook the ball ...
A: Here is a usefull link for throwing in: http://www.coachesinfo.com/article/?id=83 In most cases ...
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| My size-8 man, lock, outside centre? AHH! | 6/11/2007 |
Q: Alright! Lets start off! I'm a female rugby player, 5'8 and about 125 lbs. I started rugby last ...
A: good work so far on enjoying the game and getting made captain. I have to be honest and admit that ...
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| returning to rugby | 6/10/2007 |
Q: I am returning to playing rugby after a long lay off, and was hoping for some advice. I played ...
A: Good on you mate for getting back into it. Awesome on you for loosing 20 lbs ( I just achieved the ...
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| Fullback trouble | 6/7/2007 |
Q: Ive just started playing rugby and ive been put in fullback. i need tips on where to stand in ...
A: It sounds like you might have been put in a difficult situation but with every challenge comes ...
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| rugby tactics | 6/7/2007 |
Q: i am a junior at my high school in georgia, USA., and we recently started a rugby club for our ...
A: OK Jake, well congratulations for being part of a new rugby club. Not many people can say that and ...
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| training programme for a 6 | 6/4/2007 |
Q: I have been playing rugby for a few years, the first team i played for was cardiff schools then the ...
A: Please read through my previous answered questions as I have answered one about training for flanker ...
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| Training for Rugby | 6/4/2007 |
Q: I am 6'2 and weigh in at 95kg. I want to start playing rugby again but i do not think that i have ...
A: Fitness should be something you start based on your own situation. If you are not already a member ...
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| Distance Passing | 5/28/2007 |
Q: Hey, I'm a 13 year old boy in Australia and play scrum-half for my school team. I'm a little worried ...
A: 7 meters is pretty good for a 13 year old player. However to make gains past that you will need to ...
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| Back row moves off a lineout | 5/25/2007 |
Q: We need to coach our back row how to provide support and mantain continuity to the inside centre who ...
A: Very sorry for the delay in getting back to you. With the long weekend I neglected to update my ...
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| Starting rugby (England, UK) | 5/25/2007 |
Q: Nick I am going to university in September (in England) and am very interested in giving rugby a ...
A: Congratulations on "Uni" in England. With the world cup in France this year it will be fun. ...
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| Should I join a club? | 5/21/2007 |
Q: I'm fourteen years old and just started playing rugby for my high school this year and I was ...
A: First congratulations on getting the kind of praise you got from your coach. Not only is it great to ...
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| High Playing level | 5/18/2007 |
Q: I am determined to become better at rugby. I have been selected to go to county trials but i would ...
A: The work on agility and endurance should always be worked on. Strength, speed and endurance are ...
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| scrum half pass | 5/16/2007 |
Q: im doing my level 1 coaching course this sat19th and sun 20th may 07, i have to coach a 5 minute ...
A: I will do some more research but for now I think they are simply trying to encourage teaching a ...
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| physics of a goal kick | 5/14/2007 |
Q: lately i've been kicking awful, i want to know how i can do to optimize my kicks and the factors i ...
A: Well I must apologize. When I put that I am suited to "Forward" play I should have been more clear. ...
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| High Playing level | 5/11/2007 |
Q: I am determined to become better at rugby. I have been selected to go to county trials but i would ...
A: There are some key things that any young player can focus on. The basics are conditioning and ball ...
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| Tackling Sidesteppers | 10/11/2006 |
Q: Ive read your recently answered question about tackling techniques, it was informative but it left ...
A: I have just come on the "experts" and Allexperts.com. I see your question about tackling "nippy" ...
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