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Rugby Union Manual (2nd Edition) Rugby Union Manual (2nd Edition)

The official guide to playing the game

by Howard Johnson

£21.99

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"The Rugby Union Manual offers you everything you need to become a better rugby player" Stuart Lancaster, England Head Coach.

The Rugby Union Manual (2nd Edition) is the book no rugby player or fan should be without. Created with the complete cooperation of the Rugby Football Union and the England Senior team. The Rugby Union Manual is packed with practical information and insider tips on everything you need to get to grips with this fantastic sport.

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England's top internationals never forget that sound rugby technique forms the bedrock of everything they do on the field. Practising and refining the basics is an absolute must.

Rugby Union Manual

Whatever your connection with rugby - fan, player or coach - this manual will make a valuable addition to your library.

The Rugby Union Manual gives you all the information and advice you need to play in specific positions, develop your understanding of key areas of the game including the scrum, lineout, ruck and maul, and improve specialist individual skills such as kicking, throwing, passing and tackling. You can also work on your own technique and learn how to play as a team by using the same drills the top young players practise within the England Academy structure.

The Rugby Union Manual, which has been totally updated for this second edition published in 2012, is essential reading for anyone who wants to play. watch and understand rugby.
 
 
Specific advice on how to play in all positions
Key areas of the game explained
Authentic drills as used by the England teams
Easy-to-follow diagrams for drills and skills
Exclusive 'behind the scenes' photos from Twickenham
Complete and unabridged Laws of the Game
Great practical information on diet and fitness
Features on England's greatest ever players
 
 
Author: Howard Johnson is a freelance rugby journalist whose numerous roles include editorship of the RFU’s official magazine, England Rugby.
 
 
 
 
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