Rugby Refereeing, Rules & Laws
Rugby needs more referees. It needs the coaches to coach and someone else to take charge on the pitch. Nonetheless most coaches will be called on to referee at some stage of their careers. Even if not, every coach needs a solid grounding in the Laws to pass on to the players.
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Defending Against the Maul
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The maul is a potent attacking weapon. It saps defence's energy and spirit, whilst giving attackers space and scoring opportunities.
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Playing Against a Side that Cheats
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The fine line between playing the referee and knowing the referee.
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The Controversy Over Mark Ring's Knee
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An unorthodox way to score a try.
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Secrets of the Maul
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Understanding the complex maul laws is the key to avoiding penalties being awarded against you.
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Laws Reminders - Knees - Lineouts and Crossing
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Can't you remember all the Laws?
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Taking the Fear Out of Refereeing
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My simple guide to the steps you can take to make it more enjoyable.
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An Aggressive Lineout Defence
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Defending against the lineout maul remains a vital part of the game.
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Mauling with the ELVs
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The ELVs (experimental law variations) are experimental no more. One of the laws causing most controversy concerns the maul.
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Scrummaging with the ELVs
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The ELVs (experimental law variations) came into force on August 1st. You will have to adapt your coaching, or your team will struggle.
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The ELVs and Lineouts
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The ELVs have resulted in a number of changes to the lineout laws.
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Kicking from Your 22 Under the ELVs
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When the whistle blows in your next match you'd better be prepared.