Category: Rugby Union Rules

Drop kick added to Aussie punter's NFL arsenal – The Sydney Morning Herald The Sydney Morning HeraldDrop kick added to Aussie punter's NFL arsenalThe Sydney Morning HeraldAustralian punting sensation Michael Dickson has revealed the Seattle Seahawks' coaching staff only gave him a few seconds notice before his drop-kick kick-off against the Chicago Bears. Drop kicks…

Aussie punting freak Michael Dickson reveals gamble behind drop-kick – NEWS.com.au NEWS.com.auAussie punting freak Michael Dickson reveals gamble behind drop-kickNEWS.com.auDrop kicks are common in rugby union and rugby league but rare in the NFL. Dickson, 22, did not play any of the rugby codes growing up in Sydney. He played Aussie rules and was a…

Geordan Murphy makes u-turn on rugby 'PC' comments – Irish Examiner Irish ExaminerGeordan Murphy makes u-turn on rugby 'PC' commentsIrish ExaminerFollowing rule changes by World Rugby, any challenge to the head is now an automatic red card, with the aim of reducing injuries and concussions. “It's a big statement from World Rugby,” Murphy added. “The…

Aerial contest data points finger at the one-man lift – The Sydney Morning Herald The Sydney Morning HeraldAerial contest data points finger at the one-man liftThe Sydney Morning Herald"When you have a world-class athlete who has a strength, the rules shouldn't be based around stopping someone who is doing something at a world-class level." "The…

Rugby is 90 per cent mental, the other half is physical – The Roar The RoarRugby is 90 per cent mental, the other half is physicalThe RoarPure joy could be exacted from the mental warfare. Knowing the play and how to exploit the rules beat athleticism every day of the week! But I still remember…

RUGBY: Saints Under 12s gain experience at Pinley Festival – Rugby Advertiser Rugby AdvertiserRUGBY: Saints Under 12s gain experience at Pinley FestivalRugby AdvertiserSt Andrews U12s were invited to the inaugural Pinley Rugby Festival on Sunday, a welcome opportunity to get acquainted with the new rules as the lads step up through the age groups. A…

Pro14: Ospreys to host Connacht in Bridgend in October – BBC Sport BBC SportPro14: Ospreys to host Connacht in Bridgend in OctoberBBC SportThe nation's four professional teams must release players within seven days of a Test encounter under World Rugby rules. Ospreys also play Glasgow on 2 November so choosing to play Connacht on Sunday,…

'I don't think Joe has my number!' – Gibson-Park happy to bide his time for Ireland call-up – Independent.ie Independent.ie'I don't think Joe has my number!' – Gibson-Park happy to bide his time for Ireland call-upIndependent.ieUnderstandably there are still those who detest World Rugby's residency rules, yet the fact remains that Gibson-Park will qualify to…

Rugby continues to grapple with its concussion problem – RTE.ie RTE.ieRugby continues to grapple with its concussion problemRTE.ieBut is there any alteration to the rules of play that can lessen incidents of concussion on the rugby pitch? World Rugby are now talking louder and louder about a new 'nipple high tackle' – a phrase which…

Distraught Lukham Tui rules himself out of Rugby Championship tour – The West Australian The West AustralianDistraught Lukham Tui rules himself out of Rugby Championship tourThe West AustralianWallabies coach Michael Cheika doesn't expect Lukhan Tui will join the team for their Rugby Championship tour after indicating his desire to sit out the remainder of the…