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Rugby 7s, or seven-a-side rugby, is a fast-paced game where stamina, strength, and finese are absolute prerequisites to stepping on the pitch. A typical 7s player must be able to endure 14 minutes of non-stop sprinting, tackling, and ball handling with little-or-no time for active recovery.
Some of the greatest seven-a-side athletes can be compared to NFL wide receivers, or NBA guards - quickness and the ability to use misdirection is key to being an effective 7s player. But a seven's player must also have excellent defensive skills, i.e. must be able to perform open field tackles.
Seven-a-Side Players
The pitch (field) is the same as a regulation sized Union pitch - relatively equivalent to the size of a soccer pitch. Pictured below is the field at the Home Depot Center, in LA (home to the US IRB 7s tournament).
If you are interested in learning more about rugby, contact us. We are always on the lookout for new players, and welcome anyone who can contribute to our club.
NOTE: Attention all ex-cornerbacks (football), ex-wingers (soccer), and anyone with the heart to last 14 minutes of intense physical rugby - WE NEED YOU!!! Contact NOVA or sign up on the NOVA 7s listserv (below).
This is a great game! If you are interested in trying something new, and think you have the right stuff, drop us a line!
To learn more about the game of 7s, visit IRB 7s and Rugby7.com.
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