Rugby union

This book has been produced to coincide with the 150th anniversary of Gloucester Rugby and includes details of all of the 5156 matches (3106 won,1706 lost and 344 drawn) played by the Club from the very first on 4 October 1873 up to the end of the 2022-23 season. It also includes a summary of every season and team photographs for most seasons. The contributors to this book are all trustees of Gloucester Rugby Heritage, a charity run by volunteers and supported by Gloucester Rugby, the Gloucester Rugby Foundation and Gloucestershire Archives. This book is the last in a series of five, previous volumes having recorded the history of the Kingsholm ground, representative matches played there, Gloucester Rugby in cup competitions, and Gloucester Rugby players.

Join Stell and her team - the Mighty Hammers - as they try to navigate being young, free and single in a bustling London. Oh, and they play rugby too. Well, not "proper" rugby, as according to them, they are just a "social" team, which traditionally involves as much drinking, bad behaviour and as many romantic liaisons as they can fit in before the next match. Well, that's what they thought at the start of one memorable season...Written by Milton Stephens, ex-rugby player and coach, Don't Let Them See You Cry tells the story of Stell and her friends' personal development over the course of a year where, through collective will, sheer bloody-mindedness and a determination to NOT BE TOLD who they should be, they finally confront many of the issues in their personal relationships that they never even knew they had. As well as getting to smash, both on and off the field of play!"

Kévin Veyssière takes us on a journey through the genesis and evolution of rugby, a sport so attached to its traditions that it has long shied away from the spotlight, to become today a tool for understanding changes in our world.

The first book to go behind the scenes with England's Red Roses, unveiling their, challenges, heartbreaks and triumphs. Jessica Hadyen tells this remarkable story, featuring interviews with all the major players in the squad to tell the true story of the team, including Marlie Packer, Jess Breach, former captain Sara Hunter and many more.

The author is a dedicated follower of Castleford Tigers in the sport of rugby league and has previously published 27 books featuring this club and sport in general. His full portfolio adds five animal stories, both fictional and real, describing their adventures plus another eleven books detailing interesting memoirs and thoughts and how he has overcome the odds. This book, released in spring 2023, details Castleford's record against each of their rivals in the sport of rugby league from 1926 to 2022.

Leinster - one of the most successful and influential Irish sporting teams of all time. Established in 1879, they boast a dazzling roster of players, past and present, including Brian O' Driscoll, Johnny Sexton, Jamie Heaslip, and current captain James Ryan. But there is so much more to rugby in Leinster, and, for the first time, this book compiles its rich history, from its foundation, through the amateur years, to the club's many spectacular championships in the twenty-first century, when the national love for rugby kicked up a gear. Doolin ruminates on the sport's relationships with politics and class, and of course celebrates all the breathless victories enjoyed by Leinster teams at every level. And success doesn't stop with silverware; since the nineteenth century Leinster Rugby has been influencing the spheres of education, business and politics throughout the province and the country as a whole. Nothing reflects the complexities of politics and identity in Ireland more than rugby. A History of Rugby in Leinster is a vibrant celebration of sporting greatness and of Leinster's enduring commitment to teamwork, integrity and community.

A fun coloring book for Welsh rugby fans, children and adults alike! Dynamic outlines of 21 golden moments in rugby history - anyone from 4 to 94 will enjoy bringing these memorable images to life. Includes glossary of rugby terms in Welsh and English and bilingual captions.

Step into the world of footy shorts and uncover the fascinating journey of these iconic garments. In this captivating exploration, we delve into the rich history, cultural significance, and enduring legacy of footy shorts. From their origins as practical sports attire to their emergence as fashion statements and symbols of team loyalty, footy shorts have transcended their humble beginnings to become an integral part of our cultural fabric. Join us as we navigate the fields, beaches, workplaces, and folklore where footy shorts have made their mark, celebrating their impact on sports, fashion, and identity. This immersive journey will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the vibrancy, versatility, and spirit embodied by footy shorts.

Doumé Quintin n'a pas eu une vie ordinaire. Plus d'un, ayant traversé les mêmes épreuves que lui, aurait sombré. "Quintin le tenace" a préféré se battre. Il a choisi la vie.Dans sa jeunesse, il trouve dans le sport, notamment dans le rugby, un remède à ses blessures d'enfance. Sur le terrain, il vibre, il se défonce. Mais alors qu'il n'a pas vingt ans, il doit affronter coup sur coup deux drames. Son père, son héros, qui lui a transmis sa passion pour le sport, décède subitement. Un an plus tard, pendant un match de rugby, le jeune homme est victime d'un très grave accident qui le laissera paraplégique à vie. La pente à remonter est dure et douloureuse, mais "Quintin le tenace" s'accroche. Porté par une force intérieure inébranlable, il parviendra peu à peu à s'accomplir dans tous les domaines de la vie.Avec ce récit, Doumé Quintin signe une autobiographie émouvante et pleine d'espoir.

The long-awaited autobiography of Welsh rugby legend Anthony 'Charlie' Faulkner. Immortalized in the Max Boyce song, 'The Pontypool Front Row', he was a key member of the 1970s Golden Era Wales team in a period in which they dominated Northern Hemisphere rugby, with Grand Slams in 1976, 1978 and 1979, and four consecutive Triple Crowns.

A collection of in-depth interviews from one of Wales' best rugby journalists, looking back on the careers of 26 of Welsh rugby's finest players.

Fan of rugby union? Think you know it all? Test your knowledge with the ultimate Rugby Union quiz book: 50 rounds of 10 questions, with answers in the back.

A volume celebrating the golden era of Welsh Rugby in the 1970s, full of entertaining snippets and photographs galore reflecting the success of the Welsh team during a decade which saw players such as Gareth Edwards, Barry John, Phil Bennett, Mervyn Davies, JPR and many more becoming international superstars. Fun retro Seventies annual design.

Let's learn about a fun sport with My Rugby ABC Book. Rugby is for everyone. For boys and girls. For children of all shapes and sizes. And from all countries of the world. Play in the sun, rain and mud. There's fifteens and sevens and touch rugby. All you need is a ball and a smile. Make new friends. Play on a team. Learn to play safely. Hold the ball in both hands. Scrum! Pass! Run! Kick! Chase! Tackle! Then do it again. Getting tired!? Didn't think so. Let's TRY rugby from A to Z!

Shortlisted for the Sports Book Awards Rugby Book of the Year. In The Men in the Arena, Peter Burns and Tom English delve to the very heart of England and Australia's journey to the 2003 Rugby World Cup final, telling the story in the words of the protagonists at the centre of the battle. This is the inside story like it has never been told before.

A comprehensive history of the 1972 Andes Flight disaster. MONOCHROME EDITION, 571 pages and 275 images. Also available in COLOUR.

Fighting to Speak reveals the journey of a miner's son with a stutter who succeeded to play rugby at the highest level and defeat his demons.

Published to coincide with the 2023 Rugby World Cup, in conjunction with Rugby World, we have taken on the task of selecting the World's greatest ever players It's customary when choosing all-time greats from a cast of thousands to say how difficult a task it is, and how you're unlikely to agree the selection in Rugby Legends. Both those statements are true, of course, and certainly we have agonised over numerous positions. Fly-halves Johnny Sexton and Adrian Stoop, a tactical innovator, played a century apart to a staggering standard, yet neither makes our list. You could make a case for a raft of excluded Springbok forwards, from Hennie Muller to Eben Etzebeth. And how about Neil Back, described once by Austin Healey as the world's best player for many years. But there are only ten slots per position, with wings, locks and centres lumped together, so something has to give. We make no apology for our choice of 120 male and ten female players, each of whom are indisputably masters of their craft. At the back, we have whittled down our legends to an ultimate XV. We hope you enjoy this tribute to the great players and gain a few insights into the skills and character.

Book 9 in the acclaimed Rugby Spirit series Eoin's been promoted early to the Senior Cup team - where he's the youngest ever player - and he's not sure if he's ready for it. A discovery from the earliest days of Irish rugby brings more ghostly encounters for Eoin - and leads him and his friends to tackle a series of crimes at the national stadium.

Shortlisted for the 2024 Illustrated Sports Book of the YearLaunched as rugby hit fever pitch at the 2023 World Cup, Remarkable Rugby Grounds is the perfect title for the passionate rugby fan who will be astonished at the worldwide reach of their favourite game.

His truth. His story. In his words.

The autobiography of New Zealand and All Blacks legend, Sonny Bill Williams

The Harlequin Football Club is one of the world's oldest rugby teams. Founded during the reign of Queen Victoria, it went through many difficulties in those early years before going from strength to strength to become one of the best sides in England. This book will reveal the club's secrets from both on and off the pitch.Discover how the club has evolved over the last 150 years into its present form. Find out how the infamous 'Bloodgate' saga unfolded and how the club was saved from going under. Be amazed by stories of days gone by from those with full access behind the scenes at The Stoop.With a foreword by Will Carling, the most famous living Harlequin and former captain of England, this book is a comprehensive season by season account of a club side that is internationally renowned. Even if you don't know the Harlequins at the start, you will by the end. It is an absolute must read for fans not only of the Quins, but of rugby in general.