The Expansion of Rugby Through the British Empire
1 0 Rugby took shape in English schools during the first half of the 19th century. What began as a vigorous pastime for young men in Britain soon traveled far…
History of Rugby: Foundation of the Rugby Football Union (RFU) in 1871 and the Schism of 1895
0 0 The foundation of the Rugby Football Union (RFU) in 1871 was a key step in the organization and regulation of the game, establishing the first official rules that…
History of Rugby: The First Rugby Matches Played in France
0 0 Rugby in France had a humble yet significant beginning, following in the footsteps of its English neighbor. The first organized matches between clubs and local teams in France…
History of Rugby: The First Rugby Matches Between Clubs in England (1863-1872)
1 0 The history of rugby traces back to early matches between clubs and communities organized in England, and shortly after, in France. These initial encounters laid the foundation for…
History of Rugby: The First Rules of Rugby and Their Early Changes
1 0 Rugby Union originated at Rugby School, evolving from early forms of folk football. Initially, the rules were informal and agreed upon before each match. However, significant milestones have…
History of Rugby: Rugby School and the Birth of Rugby
0 0 The Rugby School, founded in 1567, played a crucial role in the development of rugby. In the early 19th century, football at Rugby School had distinctive features that…
History of Rugby: The Ancient Echoes of Calcio Storico in Modern Rugby
0 0 Introduction While rugby has carved its own distinct identity in the world of sports, its historical tapestry is interwoven with threads from various ancient games, one of which…
History of Rugby: The Ancient Game of La Soule. A Historical Precursor to Modern Rugby
0 0 La Soule, also known as choule, is a captivating team sport with its origins deeply rooted in the French regions of Normandy and Picardy. This traditional game, which…
History of Rugby: The Origins and Evolution of Medieval Football: An Ancestor of Modern Soccer and Rugby
0 0 The term “medieval football” encompasses a wide variety of localized, informal football games that originated and were played in England during the Middle Ages. Also known as folk…
History of Rugby: Harpastum. The Ancient Roots of Modern Rugby in Europe
0 0 Rugby enthusiasts might be surprised to learn that the origins of this intense and passionate sport can be traced back over 2,000 years to the Roman game known…