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antics on the pitch, this is the book for you. Not only will it help to explain S
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After reading this book you will be able to talk knowledgeably about tries,
conversions and scrums, and know the difference between a ruck and a
maul. You might even enjoy the matches much more as a result. Ann Waterhouse started work in
1969 in the UK editorial office
The author, a mother who has spent many seasons at her sons’ playing fields,
of an international oil magazine.
provides a complete guide to the intricacies of rugby for all those supporters
A career in the media followed
to whom predominantly male sports are a complete mystery. She also
but the arrival of two sons gave
includes valuable advice on safety issues and dealing with injuries as well as
Ann Waterhouse
Ann the opportunity to pursue
the inevitable washing mountain.
Football Made Simple A
n her writing activities, initially
This book is for all bemused supporters, male and female, who loyally turn n
136 p., in color, c. 50 illus. W as a hobby. Since 1994, she has
Paperback, 5 3/4“ x 8 1/2“ out to cheer in all weathers. at been writing entertaining and
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ISBN 978-1-78255-052-5 o
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s aimed at parents, grandparents
$ 9.95 US | £ 6.95 UK e
$ 9.95 US | $ 14.95 AUS
978-1-78255-063-1 Ann Waterhouse and friends who didn’t play the
£ 6.95 UK | € 8.95
sports themselves.
An Entertaining Introduction
to the Game for Mums & Dads
www.m-m-sports.com
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Rugby
MoRe in “i’M in the teaM –
R
u
thiS SeRieS can you coMe and watch Me play?”
g
b the authoR
y Made Simple
M
a
If you will be cheering on a rugby touch line this winter, mystified by the d
e
antics on the pitch, this is the book for you. Not only will it help to explain S
i
what is going on from the spectator’s viewpoint – it will also raise you several M
p
notches in your loved one’s esteem. l
e
After reading this book you will be able to talk knowledgeably about tries,
conversions and scrums, and know the difference between a ruck and a
maul. You might even enjoy the matches much more as a result. Ann Waterhouse started work in
1969 in the UK editorial office
The author, a mother who has spent many seasons at her sons’ playing fields,
of an international oil magazine.
provides a complete guide to the intricacies of rugby for all those supporters
A career in the media followed
to whom predominantly male sports are a complete mystery. She also
but the arrival of two sons gave
includes valuable advice on safety issues and dealing with injuries as well as
Ann Waterhouse
Ann the opportunity to pursue
the inevitable washing mountain.
Football Made Simple A
n her writing activities, initially
This book is for all bemused supporters, male and female, who loyally turn n
136 p., in color, c. 50 illus. W as a hobby. Since 1994, she has
Paperback, 5 3/4“ x 8 1/2“ out to cheer in all weathers. at been writing entertaining and
e
r
h informative guides to sports,
ISBN 978-1-78255-052-5 o
u
s aimed at parents, grandparents
$ 9.95 US | £ 6.95 UK e
$ 9.95 US | $ 14.95 AUS
978-1-78255-063-1 Ann Waterhouse and friends who didn’t play the
£ 6.95 UK | € 8.95
sports themselves.
An Entertaining Introduction
to the Game for Mums & Dads
www.m-m-sports.com
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Rugby Made Simple
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The contents of this book were carefully researched. However, all information is
supplied without liability. Neither the author nor the publisher will be liable for
possible injuries or damages resulting from this book.
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Ann Waterhouse
Rugby
Made Simple
An Entertaining Introduction to the Game
for Mums & Dads
Illustrations by Amanda Stiby Harris
Meyer & Meyer Sport
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British Library Cataloguing in Publication Data
A catalogue record for this book is available from the British Library
Rugby Made Simple
Maidenhead: Meyer & Meyer Sport (UK) Ltd., 2015
Previously published as Sue Porter’s Guide to Rugby in 2012 by Ann M Waterhouse Ltd.
All rights reserved, especially the right to copy and distribute, including the translation rights. No
part of this work may be reproduced—including by photo copy, microfilm, or any other means—
processed, stored electronically, copied or distributed in any form whatsoever without the written
permission of the publisher.
© 2015 by Meyer & Meyer Sport (UK) Ltd.
Aachen, Auckland, Beirut, Cairo, Cape Town, Dubai, Hägendorf, Hong Kong, Indianapolis, Manila,
New Delhi, Singapore, Sydney, Teheran, Vienna
Member of the World Sport Publishers’ Association (WSPA)
ISBN 978-1-78255-735-7
E-Mail: [email protected]
www.m-m-sports.com
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Dedication
dedication
This book is dedicated to that hardy band of supporters – mostly parents
and grandparents – who brave all the appalling weather an average winter
can throw at them to watch a bunch of grubby small boys or girls doing
their best to kill each other each week (or so it seems to the uninitiated).
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Rugby Made Simple
contents
acknowledgements ........................................ 9
introduction .............................................. 10
what is rugby? ........................................... 12
Origins and history ...........................................12
The rugby World Cup .........................................14
Scoring points ................................................15
Passing the ball away from the passage of play ....................16
playing positions ......................................... 19
Your child’s position ...........................................20
Forwards ....................................................21
Front row forwards .........................................21
Second row forwards (locks) .................................22
Back row forwards ..........................................23
Backs – their roles and play ....................................24
Half-backs .................................................25
Three-quarter backs (or just the three-quarters) .................28
Full-back ..................................................31
So now that they have a position, what happens next? ......... 33
washing season and kit purchase ........................... 35
Washing and cleaning tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Kit purchase .................................................37
Boots .......................................................38
Headgear ....................................................38
Body armour .................................................39
Protection for the teeth ........................................39
the game ................................................ 41
The pitch ....................................................41
Playing a game ...............................................42
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Contents
Touching down – scoring a touchdown or try .....................43
Tackling skills ................................................45
Tap tackle .................................................46
Kicking the ball ...............................................47
(1) Conversion kicks .......................................47
(2) Penalty kicks ...........................................47
(3) Clearance kicks .........................................48
(4) Very high (clearance) kicks ...............................49
Forward play ............................................. 51
Line-outs ....................................................51
Scrums ......................................................54
What really happens in a scrum – the referee’s input ...............57
Mauls and rucks ..............................................61
infringements (various) to be avoided, including dangerous play 64
The high tackle ...............................................64
The (accidental) forward pass ...................................65
The hand-off .................................................65
Pulling down the scrum .......................................66
Holding onto the ball ..........................................67
Offside ......................................................67
Foul play in general ...........................................67
Advantage being played after an infringement ....................68
injuries and protective clothing ............................. 70
learning how to lose gracefully ............................. 73
Rugby sevens ............................................. 74
Supporters’ etiquette ...................................... 75
Final thoughts ............................................ 77
a simple glossary of terms ................................. 78
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Rugby Made Simple
want to learn more? ....................................... 86
Main website .................................................86
Other useful websites for information on rugby ...................86
Kit suppliers .................................................88
notes ................................................... 89
game scores ............................................. 90
credits .................................................. 92
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