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Rugby Union For Dummies


Rugby Union For Dummies


2. Aufl.

von: Greg Growden, Robbie Deans

17,99 €

Verlag: Wiley
Format: EPUB
Veröffentl.: 13.07.2011
ISBN/EAN: 9780730376583
Sprache: englisch
Anzahl Seiten: 288

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<b>Your complete reference for all things rugby in Australia and New Zealand!</b> <p>A practical, useful and entertaining guide to rugby union in Australia and New Zealand, this book explains the aim of the game, the laws, what to wear, tactics, training, coaching and more. Whether you want to play or just want to watch the game, <i>Rugby Union For Dummies</i>, 2nd Australian and New Zealand Edition, delivers expert rugby knowledge.</p> <ul> <li> <p>Build your confidence — discover expert tips and tricks for honing your skills</p> </li> <li> <p>Prepare your rugby kit — choose the correct gear for your safety on the pitch</p> </li> <li> <p>Increase your rugby knowledge — learn the difference between a ruck and a maul</p> </li> <li> <p>Talk tournament facts and figures — improve your rugby small talk in preparation for the World Cup</p> </li> <li> <p>Train effectively — develop your strength, flexibility and fitness</p> </li> <li> <p>Become a coach — immerse yourself in tactics and the detail of rugby's laws</p> </li> <li> <p>Join a club — choose the right level of play for you or your child</p> </li> <li> <p>Follow the game — keep up to date with the latest rugby news and coverage in the media and on the internet</p> </li> </ul> <p><b>Open the book and find:</b></p> <ul> <li> <p>How to play to win and have fun at the same time</p> </li> <li> <p>Interpretation of the ref's signals</p> </li> <li> <p>Advice on taking a conversion</p> </li> <li> <p>Tips for surviving a scrum</p> </li> <li> <p>Pointers on coaching adult and junior teams</p> </li> <li> <p>A guide to spectating online, on TV and at the game</p> </li> <li> <p>Rugby records for major tournaments between Australia and New Zealand</p> </li> <li> <p>A round-up of all the World Cups</p> </li> </ul> <p><b>Learn to:</b></p> <ul> <li> <p>Master the game and play to win</p> </li> <li> <p>Follow the laws and understand the ref's calls</p> </li> <li> <p>Identify key players at the World Cup</p> </li> <li> <p>Appreciate the history of the game</p> </li> </ul>
<b>Foreword xix</b> <p><b>Introduction 1</b></p> <p><b>Part I: Rugby: Roots, Boots and All 7</b></p> <p>Chapter 1: Rudimentary Rugby 9</p> <p>Chapter 2: The Aim of the Game 21</p> <p>Chapter 3: Grab Your Rugby Gear 37</p> <p><b>Part II: Getting Down and Dirty 47</b></p> <p>Chapter 4: Location, Location: Positions on the Pitch 49</p> <p>Chapter 5: Laying Down the Laws 65</p> <p>Chapter 6: Honing Your Skills 83</p> <p>Chapter 7: Breaking Down the Breakdown 105</p> <p>Chapter 8: Leaping Lineouts: Jumping for the Ball 121</p> <p>Chapter 9: Talking Tactics 135</p> <p>Chapter 10: Talented Training 151</p> <p>Chapter 11: All About Coaching 167</p> <p><b>Part III: Welcome to Planet Rugby 183</b></p> <p>Chapter 12: The World Cup 185</p> <p>Chapter 13: Rampant Rugby: The International Scene 201</p> <p>Chapter 14: Rugby Below the Equator: Teams and Trophies 217</p> <p>Chapter 15: From Grassroots to First Grade: The Domestic Scene 227</p> <p><b>Part IV: Following the Game: The Informed Fan 245</b></p> <p>Chapter 16: Compulsive Viewing: Rugby on the Screen 247</p> <p>Chapter 17: Staying In Touch with Rugby News 259</p> <p>Chapter 18: Spectating and Sobriquets 279</p> <p>Part V: The Part of Tens 293</p> <p>Chapter 19: The Ten Greatest Wallabies 295</p> <p>Chapter 20: The Ten Greatest All Blacks 303</p> <p>Chapter 21: The Ten Best Rugby Moments 309</p> <p>Chapter 22: Ten Peculiar Facts About Rugby 319</p> <p><b>Part VI: Appendixes 329</b></p> <p>Appendix A: Honour Boards 331</p> <p>Appendix B: Key Rugby Organisations 345</p> <p><b>Glossary 351</b></p> <p><b>Index 363</b></p>
<p>Greg Growden is Chief Rugby Correspondent for the Sydney Morning Herald. He has covered all six World Cup tournaments, well over 250 test matches and more than 25 overseas tours with the Wallabies. He is also a regular guest on New Zealand and Australian rugby shows on television.</p>
<b>Your complete reference for all things rugby in Australia and New Zealand!</b> <p>A practical, useful and entertaining guide to rugby union in Australia and New Zealand, this book explains the aim of the game, the laws, what to wear, tactics, training, coaching and more. Whether you want to play or just want to watch the game, <i>Rugby Union For Dummies</i>, 2nd Australian and New Zealand Edition, delivers expert rugby knowledge.</p> <ul> <li> <p>Build your confidence — discover expert tips and tricks for honing your skills</p> </li> <li> <p>Prepare your rugby kit — choose the correct gear for your safety on the pitch</p> </li> <li> <p>Increase your rugby knowledge — learn the difference between a ruck and a maul</p> </li> <li> <p>Talk tournament facts and figures — improve your rugby small talk in preparation for the World Cup</p> </li> <li> <p>Train effectively — develop your strength, flexibility and fitness</p> </li> <li> <p>Become a coach — immerse yourself in tactics and the detail of rugby's laws</p> </li> <li> <p>Join a club — choose the right level of play for you or your child</p> </li> <li> <p>Follow the game — keep up to date with the latest rugby news and coverage in the media and on the internet</p> </li> </ul> <p><b>Open the book and find:</b></p> <ul> <li> <p>How to play to win and have fun at the same time</p> </li> <li> <p>Interpretation of the ref's signals</p> </li> <li> <p>Advice on taking a conversion</p> </li> <li> <p>Tips for surviving a scrum</p> </li> <li> <p>Pointers on coaching adult and junior teams</p> </li> <li> <p>A guide to spectating online, on TV and at the game</p> </li> <li> <p>Rugby records for major tournaments between Australia and New Zealand</p> </li> <li> <p>A round-up of all the World Cups</p> </li> </ul> <p><b>Learn to:</b></p> <ul> <li> <p>Master the game and play to win</p> </li> <li> <p>Follow the laws and understand the ref's calls</p> </li> <li> <p>Identify key players at the World Cup</p> </li> <li> <p>Appreciate the history of the game</p> </li> </ul>

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