What is Rugby? » Stellenbosch

Despite loss to England, French showcase the players and style of rugby’s future

Vic Drover — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 20:55:05 +0000

For 65 minutes on Saturday, every English fan of rugby union watched with bated breath as two young, inexperienced French half-backs poked and prodded their countrymen to within 3 points of their opponents, the aging English juggernaut.

How I Learned to Stop Worrying About Rugby and Love the Stellenbosch Experimental Laws

Vic Drover — Mon, 29 Oct 2007 15:42:58 +0000

The ELVs remain controversial as they amount to a revolution in the way rugby is played. Aimed to render rugby faster, more exciting, and simpler for both fans and officials, it is clear that the IRB is attempting to create a more ‘viewer friendly’ sport. What is not apparent is the dirty little secret exposed by the proposed law changes:

Paddy O’Brien explains the Stellenbosch experimental law variations, Part 1

Vic Drover — Sun, 07 Oct 2007 16:27:41 +0000

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.

Watch Part 2 of this video.

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. Watch Part 2 of this video.

Paddy O’Brien explains the Stellenbosch experimental law variations, Part 2

Vic Drover — Sun, 07 Oct 2007 16:26:41 +0000

International Rugby Board Referee Manager Paddy O’Brien explains the Stellenbosch experimental law variations and their status with the IRB. This is part 2 of the 20 minute video.