Opinion
Hip-drop tackles are a blight on the game and rugby bosses need to stamp them out
There is a lot of debate about what constitutes a “hip drop” tackle, but common sense tells you they’re an accident waiting to happen.
NOLA Gold Rugby 101: The tackle
NOLA Gold host RFC Los Angeles on Saturday at 6 p.m. You can watch the match on Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network.
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Rugby union equipment: gum shield
The gum shield is the most important piece of equipment a rugby player should own. The gum shield not only protects your teeth and gums, it can reduce damage around the jaw and your chances of getting ...
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730 BO07 – It takes two to tackle – the interaction between ball-carrier and tackler technique in tackle injury events in rugby union
Background The tackle is the leading cause of injury in Rugby Union. Although proficient technique, for both the tackler and ball-carrier, has been shown to lower the risk of injury in the tackle, ...
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Rugby union equipment: gum shield
The gum shield is the most important piece of equipment a rugby player should own. The gum shield not only protects your teeth and gums, it can reduce damage around the jaw and your chances of ...