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  • Rugby 101 – Positions – Locks

    Rugby 101 – Positions – Locks

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    Scott Ferrara
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    The Role of Locks in Rugby: The Powerhouses of the Pack Locks, also known as second-row forwards, are among the most physically imposing players on a rugby team. Wearing the numbers 4 and 5, locks are central to a team’s forward pack, providing strength, height, and power in both the set pieces and open play.…

  • Rugby 101 – Positions – Hookers

    Rugby 101 – Positions – Hookers

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    Scott Ferrara
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    The Role of Hookers in Rugby: The Central Cog of the Scrum and Lineout The hooker in rugby is a unique and critical position that combines strength, skill, and agility. Wearing the number 2 jersey, the hooker is an essential player in the forward pack, serving as the central figure in the scrum and a…

  • Rugby 101 – Lineouts

    Rugby 101 – Lineouts

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    Scott Ferrara
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    Rugby Lineouts: A Key Set Piece Explained   In rugby, lineouts are one of the sport’s most important and distinctive set pieces. Used to restart play after the ball has gone out of bounds, it involves a contest between two teams as they try to win possession of the ball. While it may seem like…