This lack of appropriate disciplinary action on the pitch by the referee endangers the players and sets a terrible example for a sport that is trying to break into the mainstream in many countries including Canada and the USA.
Wingers. They can be 11 or 14. They lurk on the far edges of the field, waiting to pounce at any and all half-gaps that open in the defense. They run. They chase. They tackle. They kick away possession to the dismay of their teammates. They are often the last line of defense along with [...]
A basic skills breakdown by Australia give New Zealand the gap they need to steal the match in Hong Kong
Despite recent set backs and on the heels of the Beijing games, the International Rugby Board (IRB) continues its push for the inclusion of sevens rugby in the Olympics with a new promotional video (see below). Stressing the common ideals of fair play and friendship, the video is the latest move by the IRB after failing in 2005 to secure a spot in the 2012 London Olympics.
International Rugby Board Referee Manager Paddy O’Brien explains the Stellenbosch experimental law variations and their status with the IRB. This is part 1 of the 20 minute video.
Saturday, July 4, 2009
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