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The Sports Archives – History of the Six Nations Rugby Tournament

Posted on November 29, 2014 by

The Six Nations – currently known as the RBS Six Nations – is one of the biggest international rugby events of the year. This annual tournament features six national sides: England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Italy and France. It takes place early in … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – A History Of Rugby League!

Posted on June 10, 2014 by

With the First Utility Rugby Super League in full swing, the centuries old debate concerning the differences between Rugby League and Rugby Union again comes to light. So, why do two versions of the same sport exist and what are … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – History of the Six Nations Championship!

Posted on February 26, 2014 by

The Six Nations championship represents the pinnacle of rugby in Europe and, though it only became the Six Nations in 2000 when Italy joined England, France, Ireland, Scotland and Wales in the tournament to decide Europe’s top international side, its … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Dangerous Fall Sports!

Posted on November 12, 2013 by

As the leaves change and we bundle up for cooler weather, an entire new season of sports is starting. Just like many of you, I enjoy sitting in the brisk fall air and watching a game or tracking local team’s … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – The Ashes – A Whole Lotta’ History!

Posted on October 15, 2013 by

Just like the cricket series of the same name The Ashes rugby league series was a best of three series of test matches played between the Great Britain and Australian rugby national league teams. Despite its popularity, largely owing to … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Rugby Boots

Posted on September 4, 2013 by

They initially made only one change which was that there were bars nailed across the soles so that they could keep some form of grip on the grass and mud when running. The first actual rule concerning the rugby boot … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Tracing The Origins Of The Modern Rugby Boot!

Posted on April 29, 2013 by

When it comes to footwear, the kaleidoscopic range of colours and myriad of shapes that are available to Rugby players today means that you’d be forgiven for thinking that a typical game is as much of a fashion show as … Continue reading →

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