By Greg Growden, Nick Cain
Should you get a tremendous kick out of rugby yet nonetheless suppose you may sharpen up your wisdom of the sport, this pleasant consultant is for you. inside of you'll locate easy-to-understand recommendation at the uncomplicated principles and pitch positions, plus in-depth classes on ball abilities, health education, and methods to outwit your rivals - all illustrated with unique tales from British and overseas rugby's again pages, and insurance of England's historical 2003 international Cup victory.
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