How to Know Positions and Basics of Rugby

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: A rugby team is comprised of 15 players

   One of the easiest ways to identify a forward from a back is by their number; it indicates their position.
   
   The forwards are also the stronger ones on the team and are responsible for getting mauls, rucks, and comprising the scrum.
   
   The forwards wear numbers one through eight and the backs wear nine through fifteen
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   Step 2: which are divided into forwards and backs.

   A prop’s role is to “prop” up the number two position, which is called a “hooker”. ,, Second rows go behind the front three during a scrum and provide support. , They help drive the scrum forward when it is in motion.
   
   They are also usually the first ones out of the scrum and are the faster forwards. ,
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   Step 3: Numbers one and three are called “props”; they are usually the biggest and/or strongest ones on the team.

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   Step 4: A hooker is usually one of the smaller players and their job is to “hook the ball” back for the scrum-half during a scrum.

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   Step 5: Numbers four and five are “second rows” and are usually the taller ones on the team.

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   Step 6: Numbers six and seven are called “flankers” and they attach to the scrum next to the second rows.

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   Step 7: The number eight position is called “eight man” and that player is allowed to act as the scrum-half and get the ball when the offense is winning the scrum.

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