Which Irish Players Are British And Irish Lions? (Big List)

Irish players have played for the British and Irish Lions since the tours began in 1910. The first captain was an Irishman, and eleven in total have led the Lions into a test match. This article has a comprehensive list of all Irish Lions players. We haven’t listed players who were included in the original … Read more

Which Countries Have Won The Rugby World Cup?

Four countries have won the Rugby World Cup since it began. New Zealand won the inaugural cup in 1987 and won again in 2011 and 2015. South Africa won in 1995, 2007, and 2019. Australia won in 1991 and 1999, while England have one once in 2003. This table lays out the timeline of world … Read more

Big List Of Irish Rugby Player Names

Here are the names of Irish rugby players who played for Ireland over a period of 25 years since the sport went professional. The International Rugby Board agreed to allow professional rugby in August 1995. But the Irish authorities dragged their heels reluctantly to enter the new era. This is why I’ve set the start … Read more

11 Types Of Rugby Passes (Explained)

Are there really eleven types of passes in rugby? Maybe not! Some of the types we’ll describe in this article are close variations. However, you’ll hear these passing terms being used by coaches and commentators. You’ll enjoy the sport better if you’re familiar with the variety of passes in rugby. Types Of Passes In Rugby … Read more

Rugby United New York Player Salaries (2024)

This article looks at how much players earn at the Rugby United New York franchise in the MLR. It’s true that salaries are private between players and the franchise. Clubs rarely put contract details into the public domain. However, information leaks out in the small rugby circles of the United States. We’ve gathered all the … Read more

How Much Do LA Giltinis Players Earn? (2023)

This article reviews the salaries of LA Giltinis rugby players in Major League Rugby. We acknowledge that wages are private between players and the franchise. Clubs rarely put the figures into the public domain. However, information leaks out in the small rugby circles of Rugby Union in the U.S. We’ve gathered all the details from … Read more

How Much Do Austin Gilgronis Players Earn? (2023)

This article reviews the salaries of Austin Gilgronis rugby players in the MLR. It’s true that salaries are private contracts between the franchise and the players. Clubs rarely go public with the details. However, information leaks out in the small circles of Rugby Union in Texas. We’ve collected and reviewed all the details from credible … Read more

How Much Do Houston SaberCats Players Earn? (2024)

This article reviews the salaries of Houston SaberCats rugby players in Major League Rugby. It’s true that salaries are private contracts between the franchise and players. Houston SaberCats don’t publish the details. However, information gets around the small circles of Texas rugby. We’ve collected and reviewed all the details from credible sources. How Do Houston … Read more

The Blitz in American Football

“Blitz” is one of the most commonly used terms for defensive plays in American football. This article looks at the history and evolution of blitz play. If you don’t know anything about the strategy or the sport, don’t worry. We’ll start from the beginning. Why Is It Called A Blitz? The word blitz comes from … Read more

Special Teams in American Football (Explained)

Special teams are one of the unique features of American football. They are neither the offensive team nor the defensive team. They are only on the field for about twenty percent of the game. However, they generate around thirty to thirty-five percent of the scoring. Special team plays also have a huge impact on where … Read more