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World in Union: A History of the Rugby World Cup in XV Matches
World in Union is the story of the Rugby World Cup told via its fifteen most important and dramatic matches. From the inauspicious beginnings of the 1987 tournament, which nearly didn’t happen due to back-room politics, and the amateur era’s aversion to commercialism, the Rugby World Cup has grown into the third largest sporting event in the world, behind only the FIFA World Cup and the Olympics. World in Union looks at the greatest games and the biggest controversies played out on the Rugby World Cup stage with each chapter focusing on a different game. Western Samoa breaking Welsh hearts, the emergence of Jonah Lomu, Nelson Mandela and Francois Pienaar uniting the Rainbow Nation, Wilkinson’s drop for World Cup glory, France’s habit of spoiling the All Blacks’ party, Sam Warburton’s controversial sending off and Japan’s greatest moment-all this and more is covered in this enjoyable narrative for all rugby fans.Read more
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How To Build The Rugby Player Body: Building a Rugby Player Physique, The Rugby Player Workout, Hardcore Workout Plan, Diet Plan with Nutritional Values, Build Quality Muscle
If you want to Build Muscle, Lose Fat and look like a Rugby Player without steroids, good genetics, or throwing precious time and hard-earned money down the drain at the gym…then read on. We’ve all seen the fantastic physiques on show at the Rugby World Cup, Rugby League and Rugby Union – huge thighs, the big chest, wide back and bulging arms. But it’s the aesthetics – the whole body looks tight, compact, powerful, and yet not overly bulky or ripped. That is the type of physique that gets attention and if you’re interested in creating that physique than i can help. This is a full 2 week training and diet manual that you simply follow and repeat. It is varied enough for you to keep using forever and to manipulate if you see fit. The book contains: 26 Chapters jammed full of training regimes and dietary plans 12 full muscle bulging workouts to manipulate to continually experiment with that trains the entire body twice over the 2 weeks All 2 weeks of diet and nutrition including protein shakes Laid out simply for at-a-glance if you’re on the go at the gym or training at home. –Firstly… I keep things simple – no B.S rubbish about doing LESS training and eating LESS and how there is some SECRET holding you back. How did the bodybuilders in the 60’s and 70’s look so great? Training frequency and nutrition. How and what – that’s the only secret. But you’ve probably been doing some of the things right but not all – that’s where this book can help you. I focus on 3 simple cornerstones… –Training Frequency Don’t worry you don’t need to follow months of weird training routines – mine is two weeks – and repeat. A hard and heavy week one – followed by a lighter week two, but we still hit hard. Muscles are shocked into growth in week one and recover in week two. I lay out all the routines ‘at-a-glance’ for quick checking on your phone or tablet while at the gym. –BodyFat Through the intensity of the workouts and the nutritional plan we are going to reduce your body fat. Why? Your Testosterone is utilized at it’s best when you have a lower body fat percentage. –Nutrition Nutrition is considered the most important part of building muscle. If the nutrition is incorrect then it doesn’t matter how impeccable your training routines are, you will not progress. I’m sure you have an idea about nutrition, but I’m here to give your knowledge a little boast. You’ve heard of high protein, carbohydrates and healthy fats? But what is the most effective foods to eat to get those essential nutrients. I include a days meal plan with every day of training. Finally… I also go into the tips for maximizing size including what supplements to use and when. I also go into tips for maximizing training intensity – Supersets and TUT. This is all about power and guts – it’s time to create that Rugby Player Body that you always wanted. Imagine you in a 3 months time and people complimenting you on how you look? Let’s make a change and get started! No more wasted workouts – check out this 26 chapter rugby player workout training guide and get building size!Read more
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The Birth of Rugby in Cardiff and Wales: ‘This Rugby Spellbound People’
Wales fell in love with rugby over 100 years ago, and this national affair with the game remains as intense and intoxicating today as it was in the late 1800s, when tens of thousands of passionate and expectant supporters would make their way to the Arms Park to see Wales play the best teams in the world and to enjoy the famous match-day atmosphere in Cardiff’s bustling town centre. The Welsh obsession for rugby was already evident in 1899 when supporters ‘packed’ Cardiff’s Westgate Street ‘from wall to wall’ for a Triple Crown decider against Ireland, and an advocate of soccer in Cardiff commented in 1901: ‘to carry one of those funny round balls through the streets meant running the gauntlet of curious onlookers’. Rugby was undoubtedly the sporting heartbeat of Cardiff with over 230 clubs in 1895; but how did this obsession with rugby grip Cardiff and the industrial towns of south Wales, and why did the Welsh quickly become ‘this rugby spellbound people’? In this new, expanded and heavily illustrated paperback edition, Gwyn Prescott draws on previously unused sources to provide a fresh and fascinating insight into the origins and early years of the game in Cardiff. He outlines how its citizens of all backgrounds, its many distinct districts, and its commercial and religious interests took rugby to their hearts through the growth of clubs, competitions and the establishment of the famous Arms Park as the focal point of rugby in Wales. The Birth of Rugby in Cardiff and Wales is the essential guide to the importance of rugby in Cardiff and to the significance of Cardiff to the development of Welsh rugby in the nineteenth century.Read more
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Saving Rugby Union – The Price of Professionalism
An unrivalled insight into the sad mismanagement of rugby union in the 25 years since it turned professional, endangering its future at amateur level. The book recounts the history of the early decades as a professional sport, and suggests solutions to the injury crisis and financial apartheid operated by the major northern-hemisphere unions.Read more
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HOW TO PLAY RUGBY: A Beginner’s Guide to the Rules of Rugby, Essential Tactics & Key to Proper Techniques When Tackling and Safety
Rugby is a recreation with teams, where the concept is to get the ball into your opponent’s side of the field and score a attempt behind the tryline. The ball can be kicked or thrown at some point of the sport, however you may handiest bypass the ball to your teammates by passing backwards or sideways, never forward.
Rugby for Beginners is an easy to read introduction to rugby for starters. It provides a simplified explanation of the game, it’s origin and foundational values. Gives an easy-to-understand explanation of basic rules, referee signals, positions and field dimensions. Traditions, general rugby terms, objectives, strategies and more. Whatever your situation, you need to learn the basics of rugby. This short, simple, and to the point book will get you up to speed on all the information you need to know.Get a copy to get started!
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Scottish Rugby 101: A Pocket Guide in 101 Moments, Stats, Characters and Games
Scottish Rugby 101 is a compendium of fascinating facts, quotes, stats, stories, personalities and trivia – a perfect stocking-filler for all fans of Scottish rugby.
From the very first Test match in 1871 all the way through to the present day, Scottish rugby’s rich history is distilled into 101 facts, stats and stories. This fun-packed volume is an instructive, if sometimes irreverent – but always affectionate – guide to some of the ground-breaking firsts, controversies, innovations, achievements and disasters that have taken place in the game north of the Border – an entertaining crib-sheet to Scottish rugby for experts and novices alike.
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The Gloucester Rugby Miscellany
No city in England can match Gloucester’s passion for the game of rugby. The streets are festooned in cherry and white on match days and that famous cry of ‘Glaw . . . sterrr’ can be heard far beyond the club’s Kingsholm ground. This book illustrates what makes Gloucester Rugby Club so special. It features revealing and humorous interviews with some of the greats (including, to name but a few, Mike Teague, Andy Deacon and Ian Smith), historical facts, trivia, stats and stories, told by those who pulled on that famous shirt. It recalls the great matches, the cup wins, the highs, and also some of the lows. This is a book that shows what it means to play for Gloucester, a club steeped in tradition, pride and sporting excellence.
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80 Irish Rugby Word Search Puzzles – International Team Edition: – Test Your Knowledge Of Past And Present Irish International Rugby Players & Coaches – 800 Names To Find
80 Irish Rugby Word Search Puzzles – International Team Edition
This fantastic book contains a total of 80 word search puzzles containing the names of Irish International rugby players from the past and present. See if you can find the 800 Irish Rugby team’s legends and today’s rising stars!
Rediscover the legends of Irish rugby.
Who are the top try scorers, the top point scorers, the most capped captains, the youngest ever players, oldest ever players and the players who have made the most appearances?
Have fun finding out all the answers with this fantastic book!Inside you will find 80 20×20 letter grids with hidden names on each page.
br>On each page there are the names contained somewhere in the grid and the page number of the solution grid – if you need it!There are hours of fun to be had for yourself or a Ireland Rugby supporter you know. This book is the perfect birthday or Christmas gift for any fan of Irish International Rugby.
THIS BOOK CONTAINS:
– 80 Word Search Puzzles with solutions
– Full page Puzzles with word list
– Premium matte cover design
– High quality white paper
– Perfect size for travel 6″ x 9″
– 103 Pages in total.
– Hours of entertainment!All information is correct at time of publication.
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Rugby Activity Book For Kids: Puzzles Includes Mazes, Word Search, Fun Facts, Colouring, Dot To Dot and much more
FUN RUGBY ACTIVITIES FOR KIDSIf you’re looking for a way to keep your kids entertained and engaged then this is the activity book for you. The Rugby Activity Book is perfect for 6-12 year olds and features many activities, kids will have hours of fun while learning about this fantastic sport. It’s time to get the ball rolling! Discover fun facts about rugby, colour in detailed rugby players, find your way out of tricky rugby mazes and even create your own shirt!
Features:
- Rugby Activities For Boys and Girls
- Suitable for supporters of any team
- Mazes, Word Searches, Trivia, Bingo, Maths,
- 8.5 x11
- Challenging, Fun and Unique Activities
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Rugby Union (Know the Game)
The Know the Game series is firmly established as the leading introduction to a huge range of sports. For years they have been the first step into a new sport for many people, children and adults alike. The series has now been relaunched in a new format and a modern design – making the best even better. The aim has been to make the books more accessible, and they are now packed with colour photos and illustrations, top tips and interesting facts. Each book contains everything you need to know about the sport, including equipment, rules, techniques and training tips. There’s even information on how to find a club and meet new people to play the sport with. And having been written and endorsed by the sport’s professional body, you can be sure that you are getting the best information available.”Read more
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Rugby Revolution: The Women Who Tackled Tradition
Unveil the electrifying world of women’s rugby in “Rugby Revolution: Women Who Tackled Tradition.” This riveting narrative transcends sport, delving deep into the hearts and minds of extraordinary athletes who shattered stereotypes and paved their path to glory.
Step onto the pitch and into history as we trace the remarkable evolution of women’s rugby, from its humble origins to a global phenomenon. Meet the fearless trailblazers who dared to defy convention, rewriting the rules and breaking down barriers that once stood in their way.
Through gripping stories of triumph and tribulation, you’ll witness the unwavering dedication, unyielding spirit, and sheer courage that define these athletes. Their journeys from obscurity to the international spotlight will ignite your passion for the game and inspire you to conquer challenges with boundless determination.
“Rugby Revolution” explores the camaraderie that transcends borders, the thrill of intense competition, and the profound impact of women’s rugby on society. Discover the tales of international success, the ongoing battle for gender equality, and the rise of women in leadership roles within the sport.
This book is more than a sports tale; it’s a tribute to the indomitable spirit of women who defied the odds and changed the face of athletics. Join us on this epic journey as we celebrate the heroes, both past and present, who continue to shape the future of women’s rugby.
Prepare to be captivated, inspired, and forever changed by “Rugby Revolution: Women Who Tackled Tradition.” It’s a story of empowerment, unity, and the enduring legacy of those who dared to dream, tackle, and triumph.
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The Rugby Quiz Book: 500 questions and answers all themed on rugby union
The Rugby Quiz Book
Welcome to this fantastic new book, containing 500 quiz questions – all of them rugby-themed!
Split into a large number of quizzes, this book will test your knowledge of all things rugby, from the Six Nations to individual Premiership sides to the Rugby World Cup and much more.
You can work your way through this book however you like – you might like to pick your favourite club or country first and then dip in and out of other topics, or you might like to work your way through from start to end. It’s your book, so it’s entirely up to you!
We have included all the answers at the back of the book, so if you get stuck at any point or want to confirm your answers, do just take a look there.
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Wales Rugby Wordsearches: Welsh Rugby Union Players, Legends, Captains, Grounds and More Word Search Puzzle Collection
Welsh Rugby Wordsearches!
If you love Welsh Rugby, its traditions, history and all its legendary players, then this is the perfect book for you! Inside this epic collection you will find hundreds and hundreds of players who have had the hnour of representing Wales at international level. Search for all the legends of the past as well as the current stars of today’s game!
All the words in this book can go across, down, diagonally and back to front. If you get stuck at all, you will find all the answers in the back of the book. With a large sized 8.5 inches by 11 inches, it is the perfect sized book for ease of reading and portability.
Get the perfect gift for any fan of the Welsh Rugby or any word search lover – young or old!
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Rugby Club: A funny story from the grassroots game.
Ashley Havers knows nothing about rugby, but he’s determined to save Badcock RFC from certain bankruptcy.
After entering the team into a local tournament, Ashley embarks on an unexpected journey to turn a shockingly awful team into tournament winners. Despite the long odds and the overwhelming pressure, he’s convinced he can take them all the way. But just when it looks like it’s all sorted, his world falls apart, and Ashley must fight for the future of the club he inherited.
If you enjoyed the comedy of Dodgeball (the film) and the heart of Ted Lasso (the series), then you’ll love this heartwarming tale of a man determined to save a club from going bust.
Buy now to find out if Ashley can rally the players and staff to save the club from impending demolition. A great light read.
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WAYNE SMITH: The Journey of a Rugby Legend (CHAMPIONS IN THE GAME)
“WAYNE SMITH: The Journey of a Rugby Legend”
Embark on a thrilling odyssey into the extraordinary life of Wayne Smith, an unrivaled rugby luminary, whose strategic brilliance and unbridled love for the game catapulted him to the zenith of coaching glory. From his modest origins in the heart of New Zealand’s rugby heartland, Wayne Smith, affectionately known as ‘The Professor,’ embarked on a spellbinding voyage that etched his name indelibly into the annals of rugby history. This enthralling narrative unfurls his evolution from a gifted player into a coaching virtuoso, celebrated for his groundbreaking strategies and unwavering devotion to the sport. Relive the heart-pounding moments that forged Smith’s illustrious path, from his early days as a Canterbury prodigy to his pivotal role in steering the All Blacks to World Cup triumphs in 2011 and 2015. Bear witness to his unyielding pursuit of excellence, his unparalleled ability to inspire and nurture prodigious talent, and his steadfast belief in the almighty force of teamwork and camaraderie. Dive deep into the inner sanctum of Smith’s coaching doctrine, where tactical brilliance merges seamlessly with an innate comprehension of the human spirit, cultivating an environment where players flourish under the crucible of pressure and unleash their full potential on the hallowed rugby fields.
“WAYNE SMITH: The Journey of a Rugby Legend” is an absolute must-read for rugby aficionados and anyone in quest of inspiration from a man who personifies the relentless pursuit of perfection, the unbreakable spirit of resilience, and an unwavering faith in the transformative magic of sport.Read more
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Our Game: New Zealand Rugby at 150
The year 2020 marks the 150th anniversary of the first game of rugby in Nelson; this book celebrates 150 years of New Zealand’s national game, the game more than any other that has helped shape the New Zealand psyche and identity. It will take the form of 150 short stories – stories about the players, the teams, the provinces, the trophies, everything that helped make the game what it is, from the first in the horse and buggy days to the latest in the days of ultra-modern technology. It will talk of players who no one living saw play; and it will talk of players who are recognised wherever they go in the widening rugby world. And who can talk of players and resist speculating who the greatest of all might have been? It’s opinions and speculation that make up some of the enduring appeal of the game New Zealanders are (mostly) better at than anyone else.Read more
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Rugby is life notebook | Black & white cover | 120 lined pages | matte cover: Rugby notepad | Rugby lovers gift | Notepad for rugby fans
A perfect notebook for rugby fans, players, coaches and enthusiasts. It can be used to note ideas, thoughts or even game tactics and results.
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Rugby is Life notebook | Perfect gift for rugby fans and rugby players | Notepad for fans, players and coaches: Blue & yellow glossy cover with rugby ball, player and sticks |…
Rugby is Life notebook
Great for rugby players and rugby fans
A perfect gift for rugby lovers
Can be used as a notepad for keeping track of tactics, scores, gameplay and personal goals & achievements. Or can be used as a general day to day pad of paper.Read more
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England Rugby On This Day: History, Facts & Figures from Every Day of the Year: History, Facts & Figures from Every Day of the Year
England Rugby On This Day revisits the most magical and memorable moments from the national team’s distinguished history, mixing in a maelstrom of anecdotes and legendary characters to produce an irresistibly dippable diary – with an entry for every day of the year. From the first ever rugby international (the 1871 meeting with Scotland) to their exploits at the 2019 Rugby World Cup and beyond, the book covers all the highs and lows of 150 years of international rugby. With a record number of grand slams and triple crowns, England are the most successful team in the Six Nations. They reached the pinnacle of the game when they won the 2003 World Cup but have also suffered heartache in three losing finals. Relive 4 January 1936 when Prince Alexander Obolensky stunned the All Blacks, 5 March 1980 when John Carleton sealed a long-awaited grand slam with a hat-trick of tries, and of course 22 November 2003 – the day Jonny Wilkinson kicked England to World Cup glory in Sydney.Read more
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Simply the Best: The Inside Story of How Wigan Became Rugby League’s Greatest Cup Team and Won Eight in a Row
Simply The Best is the fascinating inside story of eight heady seasons when Wigan RLFC were undisputed kings of rugby league, going 43 consecutive Challenge Cup matches undefeated and winning a record eight Challenge Cup trophies in a row at Wembley. The secrets behind the signings of Martin Offiah, Frano Botica and Joe Lydon. The enigma that is Ellery Hanley. The emergence of rugby phenomenon Jason Robinson. The wit of master playmaker Andy Gregory. All are revealed, along with the fun, the egos, the fall-outs, the spectacular tries, the drinking, the sacking of head coach John Dorahy, the magic of John Monie and the local legend who is Shaun Edwards: the only man to play in all 43 of those cup games and whose feisty spirit personified a team of charisma and panache. Edwards lifted the first and last of those trophies as captain before the greatest rugby league cup run in history was derailed by a swirl of complacency and revenge. At its heart, Simply The Best is a story of hard men and extraordinary achievement.Read more
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Rugby Autograph Book: Autograph Book for Kids and Adults
Use this autograph book to collect the signatures of rugby players, managers, and stars.Makes a great gift for rugby fans and enthusiasts. Ideal for friends and family at birthdays or Christmas.
- 8.25 x 6 inches
- 100 pages
- Printed on white paper
- Matte finish cover
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80 England Rugby Word Search Puzzles – International Team Edition: – Test Your Knowledge Of Past And Present English International Rugby Players – Over 1,000 Names To Find
80 English Rugby Word Search Puzzles – International Team Edition.This fantastic book contains a total of 80 word search puzzles containing the names of English International rugby players from the past and present. See if you can find the 1,000+ England Rugby team’s legends and today’s rising stars!
Rediscover the legends of English rugby.
Who are the…
ALL-TIME POINT SCORERS
ALL-TIME TRY SCORERS
ALL-TIME MOST CAPPED PLAYERS
ALL-TIME MATCHES AS CAPTAIN
ALL TIME MOST TRYS IN A MATCH
ALL-TIME CAPPED PLAYERS – FROM 1907Have fun finding out with this fantastic book and discover the answers to these three questions!
Inside you will find 80 18×18 letter grids with hidden names on each page.
On each page there are the names contained somewhere in the grid and the page number of the solution grid – if you need it!
There are hours of fun to be had for yourself or a English Rugby supporter you know. This book is the perfect birthday or Christmas gift for any fan of English International Rugby.
THIS BOOK CONTAINS:
80 Word Search Puzzles with solutions.
Full page Puzzles with word list.
Premium matte cover design.
High quality white paper.
Perfect size for travel 6″ x 9″
107 Pages in total.Hours of entertainment!
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Rugby Notebook
Product Details:
• Product Size 6 By 9 Inc
• Interior: White Paper
• Pages: 100
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£5.40Rugby Notebook
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All My Rugby Shit: Practical Rugby Game Coach Play Book | Coaching Notebook with Blank Field Diagrams for Drawing Up Plays, Drills, Planning Tactics & Strategy | Funny Gift for…
All My Rugby Shit – Rugby Playbook – for Men, Women, Teens & Kids
Perfect playbook for rugby players and coaches with blank field diagrams to explain your ideas quickly in training and during the game. This practical notebook is suitable for athletes and rugby enthusiasts.
All pages are filled with a beautiful template of the playing pitch/paddock and space to draw positions, tactics, and whatever else you need to plan to win the game.
See the back cover for an example of what you can expect inside this playbook!
This book includes:
- Beautifully designed premium matte cover
- Size: Easy-to-store 6 x 9 inches
- 100 pages with Rugby court templates
- Perfect binding, quality white paper sheet
Makes a great funny gift/present for all Rugby Lovers for Birthdays, Christmas, Easter, Valentine’s Day, etc…!
So get your copy today! and don’t forget to check my other notebooks and find the perfect one that will suit you, or would be ideal for that special gift for a loved one. My books carry a range of different notebooks and you will undoubtedly find the right one for you by checking through our different and exciting graphic options.
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100 Great Irish Rugby Moments
Here are Irish Rugby’s most legendary, celebratory and brilliant moments from the 1940s to today.100 Great Irish Rugby Moments is a unique celebration of the sport’s most significant moments. Featuring:* Munster’s historic win over the All Blacks* Ulster’s victory in the European Cup* Connacht winning the Pro 12* Leinster’s unique European double* The national women’s team winning the Grand Slam* Ireland’s double defeat of the All Blacks . . .These epic moments are based on exclusive interviews with Mick Galwey, Ciaran Fitzgerald, David Humphreys, Brian O’Driscoll, Ronan O’Gara and many others from the great and good of Irish Rugby.Enjoy a host of brilliant anecdotes and remarkable insights into the controversies, epic matches, thrilling contests and pivotal events on and off the field which shaped these 100 GREAT IRISH RUGBY MOMENTS.’The legendary Mike Gibson, once eloquently wrote that “rugby is like love, it is a game of touch and of feel and of instinct”. I have no doubt that John Scally has written this book with those same qualities of love, touch, feel and instinct. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.’ – OLLIE CAMPBELLRead more
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100 Great Scottish Rugby Moments
Here are Scottish rugby’s most legendary, celebratory and brilliant moments from the last 50 years.100 Great Scottish Rugby Moments is a unique celebration of the sport’s most significant moments. Including:
• Andy Irvine’s kick to beat England in 1974
• The 1984 Grand Slam
• David Sole, Tony Stanger and the 1990 Grand Slam
• Toony, Paris and that pass
• The great Bill McLaren’s final commentary• Doddie Weir’s Big Entry
• The 2019 Calcutta Cup – a match like no other . . .These epic moments feature exclusive interviews with Gregor Townsend, Jim Telfer, Ian Robertson, Ian McLauchlan, Andy Irvine, Alan Lawson, Iain Milne, Jim Calder, John Rutherford, Finlay Calder, Craig Chalmers, David Sole, Tony Stanger, Scott Hastings, Gavin Hastings, Doddie Weir, Rob Wainwright, Gary Armstrong, Kenny Logan, Bryan Redpath, Chris Paterson, Al Kellock, Sean Maitland and many others. Enjoy a host of brilliant anecdotes and remarkable insights into the controversies, epic matches, thrilling contests and pivotal events on and off the field which shaped these 100 GREAT SCOTTISH RUGBY MOMENTS.
“All the key moments from the last 50 years of Scottish rugby are captured . . . 100 Great Scottish Rugby Moments will definitely bring back some truly great memories for you.”
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Coaching Rugby: Including More Than 100 Drills and Games for Coaching All the Basics
Foreword by Sir Clive Woodward. Anxious about coaching rugby to children? Maybe you’re already coaching, but sometimes struggle to get your points across to your players? Perhaps you find yourself frequently running out of preparation time or think your sessions are becoming dull? Coaching Rugby is Dan Cottrell’s best-selling manual created for new and aspiring coaches of junior players. It is designed to help you build your players’ techniques, skills and understanding of the whole game from ages 8 to 16, to give them the best start possible to their rugby playing career. Divided into two parts, part one focuses on the basics of working with young players in a safe and rewarding environment. Part two contains more than 100 training sessions, games and developments to coach and enhance all the basic skills of rugby union.Read more
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Rugby Crosswords For Adults: 50 brilliant themed rugby union crosswords
Rugby Crosswords
This book contains 50 brand-new crosswords, each of which contains several questions themed around the wonderful sport of rugby union. A great gift for anyone who likes rugby union and/or crosswords! All solutions are included at the back. Have fun “tackling” these puzzles!Read more
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Rugby: An Anthology: The Brave, the Bruised and the Brilliant
Inspiring and irreverent by turns, Brian Levison’s new anthology has drawn on rugby’s wealth of excellent writing. Frank Keating, P. G. Wodehouse, Alec Waugh, A. A. Thomson, John Reason and Mick Imlah are among the distinguished names who have written movingly, amusingly and entertainingly about the game they loved.
Great players such as Brian O’Driscoll, Willie John McBride, J. P. R. Williams, Chester Williams, Colin Meads, Gavin Hastings and Brian Moore give us a fascinating insider’s view, as does World Cup Final referee Derek Bevan, who reveals what it is like to try to control thirty powerful and often volatile men in a highly competitive situation. But some of the best writing and the wittiest insights come from those who played their rugby at a much less exalted level.
The origins of the game – sometimes true, sometimes fanciful – are explored as are some of its rituals like the haka. There are amusing tales including that of the four Tibetan boys sent by the Dalai Lama to learn the game at Rugby School and an account of New Zealand scrum-half Chris Laidlaw’s hostile reception at a village fête in Wales. Along with barely believable stories about the game’s hardest men, including the French coach Jean ‘le Sultan’ Sébédio, who used to conduct training sessions wearing a sombrero and wielding a long whip, and ‘Red’ Conway who had his finger amputated rather than miss a game for South Africa.
One section ‘Double Vision’ looks at the same incident from opposing viewpoints, such as when the then relatively inexperienced Irish immortal Willie John McBride took a swing at the mighty All Black Colin Meads in a line-out. Another, ‘Giving it Everything’, shows how exceptional courage was not restricted to the rugby field but extended to the battle grounds of the First World War.
From the compiler of highly acclaimed All in a Day’s Cricket, this selection covers the game from virtually every angle and is sure to delight any rugby fan.
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The Official England Rugby Annual 2023
“This Official England Rugby Annual is packed full of everything a rugby fan like YOU wants! It is THE place for the inside story on England Rugby. Get the OFFICIAL, inside line on your England heroes! There is a look back at both the Men’s & Women’s teams Six Nations and player profiles for each one. Enjoy the activities and the brilliant action photos, plus learn some weird facts to amaze your mates, test your knowledge with our puzzles and quizzes – and lots, lots more… What more do you need? 100% Official. 100% England. 100% Rugby. 100% You.”Read more
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The Ultimate Guide to Weight Training for Rugby: 2nd Edtion (Ultimate Guide to Weight Training: Rugby)
The Ultimate Guide to Weight Training for Rugby is the most comprehensive and up-to-date rugby-specific training guide in the world today. It contains descriptions and photographs of nearly 100 of the most effective weight training, flexibility, and abdominal exercises used by athletes worldwide. This book features year-round rugby-specific weight-training programs guaranteed to improve your performance and get you results. No other rugby book to date has been so well designed, so easy to use, and so committed to weight training. This book will increase the players power and quickness resulting in more effectiveness in rucks and mauls. By using this program, you will make considerable gains in your strength, agility, and stamina which will result in more success in scrums and have you competing strong until the final whistle. Both beginners and advanced athletes and weight trainers can follow this book and utilize its programs. From recreational to professional, thousands of athletes all over the world are already benefiting from this book and its techniques, and now you can too!Read more
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Glory in Union: The Rugby World Cup
Glory in Union is a pictorial celebration of the Rugby World Cup, taking us on a thrilling journey from the inaugural tournament in 1987 to the present day.
Using stunning stock images, it brings you the greatest and most iconic stars to have ever played the game, including Jonah Lomu, David Campese, Jonny Wilkinson, Sebastian Chabel, Zinzan Brooke, Michael Jones, Brian O’Driscoll, Richie McCaw, Francois Pienaar and many more.
This beautifully illustrated book covers the great matches, the turning points, the controversy, the heroes, the villains and the iconic moments that have made the World Cup the most prestigious tournament in rugby. Glory in Union is an essential piece of World Cup nostalgia for every rugby fan.
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The Little Book of New Zealand Rugby: Told in their own words: 11
The story of the world’s most formidable rugby team.
The record of the All Blacks in world rugby is unmatched. From the famous pre match challenge of the haka to the scintillating brand of rugby they play, the team draws thousands around the world to stadiums and TVs to watch them play. Over the years, some of the greatest players to ever pick up a rugby ball have worn the iconic black jersey – names like Lomu, Meads, Carter and Barrett. From the first ever tours to the modern World Cups, the All Blacks embody a legacy of excellence that strikes fear into the heart of their opponents.
‘Son, you’ve got to be prepared to piss blood to wear this jersey.’
– All Black flanker Mark Shaw to debutant Mike Brewer, 1986.The 1924/5 All Black side won an astonishing 31 games in a row on their tour to the United Kingdom, France and North America. When they arrived back in New Zealand they were dubbed ‘The Invincibles’.
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The 2024 Rugby Week-to-View Diary.: – With A Themed Cover & Inspirational Quotes on Every Spread.
The 2024 Rugby Week-to-View Diary.
In a digital age dominated by screens and notifications, there is a growing need to reconnect with the tangible and embrace the beauty of simplicity. A 2024 week-to-view diary with a themed rugby cover offers just that – an opportunity to pause, reflect, and plan ahead.
Its physical presence grants a sense of ownership and control over one’s schedule, enabling effective time management and reducing reliance on digital distractions. Moreover, a rugby themed cover adds a touch of personal style and serves as a daily reminder of your interest in life, inspiring creativity and fostering a sense of identity.
Invest in this timeless tool to organize your year and rediscover the joy of pen and paper.
A diary can also make a great gift for someone special in your life, be they a family member, friend or colleague. It can be a way to help them keep track of their thoughts and feelings, or a place to jot down ideas and inspiration.
– A diary makes a great Christmas present or stocking filler as it’s right before the start of a new calendar year.
– For someone going travelling, it can be nice to give them a diary to record their adventures in or plan out their travel itinerary.
– For someone starting a new business, a diary can help them to keep track of their goals, finances, and Ideas.
– For someone who loves to write, a diary can be a cherished possession for jotting down ideas and stories.
– For a child or teen, a diary can be a fun way to encourage them to start writing or to help with planning out schoolwork and assignments.
– For someone who is struggling with a difficult situation, a diary can be a therapeutic tool to aid their recovery and help them to process their thoughts and feelings.
– Giving a diary to someone shows that you care about them and want to help them in their life journey. It’s both a thoughtful and practical gift that is sure to be appreciated.PLEASE NOTE
This diary / planner has a themed cover and does NOT include any other information on the theme subject on the inside.FEATURES OF THE DIARY
– Each two page spread starts on a Monday and every day has 5 lines to record the events of that day, four days on the left page and three days on the right page with a further four lines for additional notes for that week.
– 2024 Public holiday dates and observances are included for the UK, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Ireland and the USA.
– Page for 30 names & telephone / e mail details.
– Page for 30 birthdays / anniversaries.
– 2024 at a glance page.
– A page per month to plan each day in the year ahead.
– Runs from Monday 1st January 2024 to Sunday 5th January 2025.FORMAT
– Cover – Matte Finish Paperback.
– Size – 6″ x 9″ – A5 size for a glove box, briefcase, handbag, backpack etc.
– Extent – 125 pages.
– Paper – Quality white paper.This is just one of a rapidly expanding range of diaries, journals and notebooks from Fyne Editions. Check us out online…
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Behind the Rose: Playing Rugby for England (Behind the Jersey Series)
This is a complete history of the England rugby union team – told by the players themselves. Based on a combination of painstaking research into the early years of the England team through exclusive interviews with a vast array of Test match stars from before the Second World War to the present day, world-renowned rugby writers Stephen Jones and Nick Cain delve to the very heart of the English international rugby union experience, painting a unique and utterly compelling picture of the game in the only words that can truly do so: the players’ own. This is the definitive story of English Test match rugby – a story etched in blood, sweat and tears; a story of great joy and heart-breaking sorrow; a story of sacrifice, agony, endeavour and triumph.
Behind the Rose lifts the lid on what it is to play for England – the trials and tribulations behind the scenes, the glory, the drama and the honour on the field, and the heart-warming tales of friendship and humour off it.Absorbing and illuminating, this is a must-have for all supporters who have ever dreamed of walking the hallowed corridors of Twickenham as a Test match player, preparing themselves for battle in the changing rooms and then marching out to that field of dreams with the deafening roar of the crowd in their ears and the red rose emblazoned on their chest.
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An Illustrated History of Rugby Rebels, Role Models and Giant Killers: The Players, People, Teams and Ideas that Changed Rugby Forever (Illustrated Rugby Histories)
Learn all about the players, characters and teams that shaped rugby and inspired millions. From 19th century innovators to 21st century superstars, the latest book in the Illustrated History of Rugby series examines players who overcame the odds to beat everything from injury and illness to racism and sexism to excel and thrill followers of our great game.
It also tells the stories of giant killing teams who shocked the world and took the scalps of heavily favoured opponents. From the Tonga team that beat Australia in the 1973 to the ‘Miracle in Brighton’ which saw Japan topple the mighty Springboks, James Stafford and Raluca Moldovan bring to life some of the most thrilling moments in rugby history.
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The Men in the Arena: England, Australia and the Battle for the 2003 Rugby World Cup
The ultimate World Cup showdown, in the words of those who were there.
From 1997 to 2003 England and Australia battled for domination of the rugby world in one of the greatest rivalries the sport has ever known. In The Men in the Arena, William Hill shortlisted authors Peter Burns and Tom English explore every aspect of the teams’ journey to the 2003 Rugby World Cup final, telling the story primarily in the words of the protagonists at the centre of the battle.
Featuring exclusive new interviews with players and coaches from both teams plus an array of superstars who faced them from New Zealand, Ireland, France, Wales and beyond, this is the inside story like it has never been told before.
‘A splendid re-telling of English rugby’s most celebrated story. Cracking stuff from start to finish’ – Robert Kiston, The Guardian
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Rugby Players: Notebook With Rosters, Field Diagrams, Gift Idea Professional & Beginners Rugby – Rugby lovers , Coach Notes, And Match Results – Gift … & men – Gift Birthday…
This Notebook/Journal for – Things I Want To Say To My Rugby Players But Can’t –
if you are a Rugby coach or player, this book is necessary for you to excel in your achievements and training. this book consists of a beautifully designed Rugby court. It can be used as a playbook, an exploratory notebook, or a training scheme.
Notebook Features:
120 Pages Of High Quality Paper Cover & Black & white interior Perfect For Pen, Ink Or Pencils 6” X 9” Paperback Notebook It Can Be Used As A Journal/ Notebook .
Fine paper and roomy lines make writing more enjoyable It Will Make An awesome present for Rugby coach , Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Birthdays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and any occasion Give it without a reason, just to show someone you love them.
*Get your now and enjoy!
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An Illustrated History of English Rugby: Fun, Facts and Stories from over 150 Years of Men’s International Rugby (Illustrated Rugby Histories)
The English rugby team has been scrummaging its way around the rugby fields of the world since 1871.
James Stafford’s An Illustrated History of English Rugby takes you on a thrilling journey through a century and a half of glory, failure, mediocrity and brilliance.
Mixing stats and facts with player profiles, match reports and social history, this book is perfect for hardcore and casual fans aged eight to 80. Packed with delightful illustrations from Raluca Moldovan, this follow up to Stafford’s best-selling An Illustrated History of Welsh Rugby will give readers a new appreciation of the stars of today and the pioneers of yesteryear.
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So You Think You Know Welsh Rugby? – Welsh Rugby Quiz
Everyone in Wales think they know it all when it comes to the oval ball! This is a chance to see if you really do. Each round of this book can be considered as an individual quiz with the questions getting more difficult as you progress through the book. A new, updated edition.Read more
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