Download or read book The Physics of Rugby written by T. Lipscombe and published by Nottingham University Press. This book was released on 2009-09-01 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Blending simple physics with anecdotes from the world of rugby, this informative reference demonstrates how to improve rugby techniques. Tackling, passing, running, and kicking are analyzed from a scientific perspective, incorporating Newton’s Laws, and then discussed in the wider context of the game. This valuable guide will not only instruct but also entertain sports-oriented students of all levels.