[ RUGBY UNION MANUAL THE OFFICIAL GUIDE TO PLAYING THE GAME BY JOHNSON, HOWARD](AUTHOR)HARDBACK

by Howard Johnson

An exciting addition to the range of Haynes manuals, this is the complete guide to training for and playing Rugby Union, fully supported and endorsed by the Rugby Football Union. From health and fitness through to training, game technique, team play and coaching, every aspect of the game is analysed and explained in detail. Training drills suitable for beginner, intermediate and senior players are included, along with a full copy of the rules, making this the essential reference for players and coaches at all levels.

Hardcover

First published September 25, 2008

Reviews

[Gary Varga · Rating 2 out of 5]

It's OK but no better.

Sure, read it if it is to hand but look elsewhere would be my suggestion.

[Pete daPixie · Rating 4 out of 5]

As the subtitle plainly states, this is a guide to playing the game of Rugby Union. As I am well past the age of taking part in any sport, most of this manual was irrelevant for me. I've been watching the sport on t.v. from a comfortable armchair for some years, but have never actually watched a game 'live'. Having recently purchased a season ticket for the 2016/17 premiership at Sale Sharks, I thought it a good idea to get some familiarity with locks and loose-head props etc.
Perhaps not the ideal book for me, but the only thing available in the local library. More suited for the budding Union player/coach, this Haynes publication still holds enough information for anyone interested in this sport. I found many points of interest in the field of play positions and their roles along with the principles of team play, revealing some of the mysteries of scrum, ruck and maul, as well as the complete laws of the game.