Something that stood out for me in this past weekend’s match up between Ireland and England was a severe lack of leadership on the English side. I’ve never cared for Steve Borthwick for captain and lately he’s been a bit of a ghost as player too. Week after week, it seems as though Martin Johnson is [...]
Saturday, February 6, 2010
Once the darling of English rugby and architect of the 2003 World Cup (see the ‘kick heard round the world’ in the video above), Jonny Wilkinson (biography) suffered years of injury-stricken absence from the top English national side, though remained influential in England’s uninspired defense of their title at the 2007 World Cup. Despite making the [...]
Thursday, February 4, 2010
This weekend kicks off the 2010 Six Nations Championship with a strong Irish team looking to defend their Grand Slam from last year, with England, Scotland, Wales and France eager to dethrone them.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
If you're thinking of skipping any of the 2010 Six Nations action, this look back at the most exciting tries from the 2009 championship will change your mind.
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Back when the International Rugby Board was still pushing the IOC to include rugby sevens in the 2016 Olympics, they released a video promoting the excitement and principles of the sport. Since officially being selected for the games in Rio, the IRB has updated its video. Enjoy!
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
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