Rugby Football (Classic Reprint)

D. R. Gent

ISBN 10: 1330248147 / ISBN 13: 9781330248140

Published by Forgotten Books, 2024

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book provides a valuable insight into the exciting sport of Rugby, offering a wealth of knowledge for both amateur and experienced players alike. The author shares thoughtful insights into playing techniques and game strategies, drawing upon decades of play between 1905 and 1922. The book offers practical advice and demonstrates technical skills for forwards. It advocates for intense training and a clear understanding of various forward play techniques such as dribbling and line-outs to build a strong attacking and defensive strategy. The author encourages individuals to master the art of dribbling, emphasizing the significance of ball control and developing passing and kicking skills. The book emphasizes the importance of teamwork and using various forward formations to maximize the team's strengths and weaknesses. With detailed observations and strategic analysis, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to improve their Rugby skills and deepen their appreciation for the game. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781330248140_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Rugby Football (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330248147
• ISBN 13: 9781330248140
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Sport

About this title

Synopsis

Discover rugby's strategy, history, and spirit in this authoritative guide.

Learn how the game works, from back‑line play to kicking, fielding, and staying calm under pressure.

Written as part of the British Sports Library, this volume offers practical guidance and historical context for players and fans. It presents clear advice on positions, tactics, and how the game has evolved, with attention to club, county, and national play.

• Practical tips for wings, full-backs, and overall positioning
• Techniques for fielding the ball and judging its flight
• Historical notes on the game's development and the county competition
• Insights into how the sport's rules shape play and the rugby spirit

Ideal for readers of rugby history and players seeking practical, no‑nonsense guidance.

About the Author

Born and bred in Wales, a native of Swansea, and twice a Welsh triallist, D. R. Gent became a Gloucester, Gloucestershire and England player. He made 146 appearances for Gloucester between 1903-11, and was captain for the 1906-7 season. He won five caps for England, his first being against the 1905 New Zealand team. He later became a school headmaster and rugby correspondent for the Sunday Times.