The Complete Book of Mini Rugby by Rutherford, Don (foreword Will Carling.) - 1993

London: Partridge Press, 1993. 253pp, num bw photos, drawings and diagrams. A by-product of the increased interest in rugby union since the introduction of the World Cup is a nine-a-side game called mini-Rugby. Mini Rugby is part of a training sytem which places emphasis on boys and girls developing the skills and techniques of the sport within a well defined structure, making it both easy to learn and fun to play. This book explains clearly and concisely the principal rules for the mini game with action photographs and line drawings illustrating the essential skills and tactics. From warm-up to cool down everything you need to know about the mini game, its organization and those important off field duties, is covered. Guidance is given on the skills required to pay the game in any one of 10 playing positions. With the stress on enjoyment this book offers parents, coaches, teachers and players a full understanding of the game.. First Paperback. Trade Paperback. Fine. 8vo.