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 3, 2009
After a dissapointing RWC 2007 campaign where Ireland were slotted to make at least a semi-final appearance and in some circles even a final appearance and an even more dissapointing 2008 6 Nations appearance, it was believed Ireland were in a decline and the so called "golden age" of Irish rugby would never come to fruition. Considering the fact that Ireland has the same general pool of players it did with Eddie O'Sullivan under the helm, was O'Sullivan the one holding the team back?
Monday, February 16, 2009
None of this compares however to the feeling i get while watching test rugby. Since the skill level is so high, the referees generally allow many things that would be free-kicks or penalties at the amateur level. The best example is the use of hands in the ruck. It is generally now accepted that the ball carrier will twist his body (when possible) and stick the ball out of the back of the ruck. It is very rare these days to actually see other participants in the ruck actually using their feet to free-up the ball.
Monday, February 25, 2008
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.
Monday, February 25, 2008
In one of three exciting Six Nations matches this past weekend, Ireland with an impressive 5-try effort emerged victorious over Scotland. Ireland flashed memories of last year’s Six Nations further quelling any speculation that after their disappointing World Cup campaign that they were on a downturn. After narrowly defeating Italy in their opening match and staging a miraculous, near victory comeback against France in Paris, Ireland appear to have rediscovered their form from a year ago.
Saturday, January 30, 2010
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