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  2. tactics - Rugby formations - Sports Stack Exchange

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    In rugby,the different formations are generally concentrated on the forwards.In other words,the forwards are set around the field in a certain formation while the backs position themselves according to the forwards'formation. For example, coaches sometimes use the formation called the 1-3-3-1 formation.

  3. rules - Three Quarters in Rugby - Sports Stack Exchange

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    5. I've got the idea of all the player positions in Rugby. Is there a position called Three Quarters, if I'm not mistaken?. Some used to mention it by that way, but I've got no idea what it really mean? Any advice would be appreciated. rules. rugby-union. rugby.

  4. Why rugby players try run to the center in-goal area?

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    5. It often happened that when a rugby player arrive with no pressure opponents try to take the oval to the center of the in-goal area. The try is taken when the player enter in the in-goal area, so I do not understard why the players continue to run in this directions. rugby-union. rugby. rugby-league. Share.

  5. american football - Why is the player in the middle of...

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    The origin of the fullback was in 19th century rugby. Originally these positions were named "tends," but the evolution of the game created some new positions with new names. As the game became more sophisticated, backs positioned at different depths (i.e. distances behind the forwards) were further differentiated into half back, three quarters ...

  6. Are Hookers the only players allowed to take lineout throws?

    sports.stackexchange.com/questions/1823/are-hookers-the-only-players-allowed...

    The wikipedia article on Rugby Union positions gives an overview on the positions and states the general physical features that those players should have to be successful in the tasks generally assigned to that position. So since every position has specific tasks it is reasonable to assume that those player train them specifically in addition ...

  7. Newest 'rugby' Questions - Sports Stack Exchange

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    Q&A for participants in team and individual sport activities. Stack Exchange Network. Stack Exchange network consists of 183 Q&A communities including Stack Overflow, the largest, most trusted online community for developers to learn, share their knowledge, and build their careers.

  8. Recently Active 'rugby' Questions - Sports Stack Exchange

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    Q&A for participants in team and individual sport activities. Stack Exchange Network. Stack Exchange network consists of 183 Q&A communities including Stack Overflow, the largest, most trusted online community for developers to learn, share their knowledge, and build their careers.

  9. Qualification decision in group stages when everything is equal

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    However, in Group F of the 1990 FIFA World Cup, Ireland and the Netherlands were “completely” tied, and their positions had to be decided by drawing of lots (won by Ireland). (Might be interesting also to point out to 1907–08 Football League , which had tied 14th place, with two teams finishing with identical records.)

  10. This isn't exactly an accurate question. MLB starting pitchers are generally suspended for 5 games at a minimum, which is intended to mimic being suspended for a start. While it doesn't exactly mean a start is missed, it does affect the team - you need 5 other starters for those 5 games, likely meaning you are starting someone who wouldn't ...

  11. equipment - Why do the balls used in rugby and American football...

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    There are far more passing of the ball in Rugby than in American Football. It is much easier to spiral an oblong ball than a round one which will keep its direction better. Shorter rugby passes dont tend to use the spiral but for quick passing between the backs the shape of the ball goes a long way in achieving this.