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What is a Jackal in Rugby? Is it even Legal?

August 25, 2023
Tadgh Beirne Jackal

What is a Jackal in Rugby? Is it even legal? For those new to the sport, the jackal is an action enabling a player to steal the ball from an opponent just after a tackle and before a ruck is formed. The ‘Jackler’, the player attempting to reclaim the ball before the ruck forms aims … Read more

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What is a Mark in Rugby Union; When and Why call it?

July 26, 2023

A mark in Rugby Union refers to a player catching the ball cleanly from a kick made by an opponent, while being inside their own 22-meter area. When the referee awards a mark , the player who caught the ball is given the option to take a free kick from the spot they made the … Read more

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What exactly is a Penalty Try in Rugby Union & how is it scored?

July 26, 2023July 25, 2023

A penalty try is awarded after foul play prevents a probable try from being scored. Typically penalty tries are awarded close to the defending teams tryline and often after sustained pressure. The attacking team is awarded 7 points automatically and does not have to attempt the conversion (prior to 2017, the attacking team had to … Read more

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The Best Irish Rugby Schools for Developing Young Talent

May 5, 2023

After the recent post questioning the dominance of private schools in Irish rugby and with the spreadsheet at the ready, it seemed only fitting to determine the best Irish rugby school. The following is based on the amount of players currently playing in Ireland professionally, without any further delay; The top 10 Irish Rugby Schools … Read more

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