Although there is a degree of flexibility as to the width of a rugby pitch, the length of the pitch and inner markings are very precise: The positions numbers 1-8 on the field are called the ...

For those not familiar with rugby league ... number of 'phases' as they make their way up the pitch. This results in very different strategies when it comes to optimising field position.

The once proud Dragons have lost their way, writes Buzz Rothfield. Picture: NRL Imagery For the Dragons, the findings could ...