What is missing?
What is missing in the modern game of rugby. When we analyze the way the game is played we judge it on criteria, the principles that are at its core…
What kids want from sport
What kids want from sport... Brad’s Dad pulled up at the venue. Brad knew the drill. His details were placed on the computer at enrollment day – name, address, weight…
The evolution of rugby
The Evolution of Rugby The game known as 'Rugby Union' Rugby is said to have originated at Rugby School in Warwickshire, England, in 1823 when during a game of football,…
Does playing to win conflict with player well being?
This article debates the notion on whether a team sport such as rugby can have dual ambitions - playing to win and playing to drive player well being. Is winning…
The rapid rise of women’s rugby
In most of the leading rugby playing nations, women's rugby is the fastest growing sport. Interestingly, in leading rugby playing nations like New Zealand, women's rugby is growing faster than…