UNLV Rebel Yell · Mar 7, 2016
Rio 2016 Preview: USA Sevens Rugby
AJ Vehec / The Rebel YellWhat the Ruck? A Beginners guide to Rugby Union
Basic Rules:
7 players a side (15 in normal matches)
No forward passes
No blocks
Attacking team (offense) must be behind the ball carrier
Defense must be in front of the ball
Tries (Touchdowns) = 5 points, conversions = 2 points, penalty/dropkicks = 3 points
Tackles must be below the neck, no mid-air hits
Must release the ball after being tackled
No “Downs”; play continues!
The Ruck: Fight over ball after carrier is tackled
The Maul: Carrier is wedged between own team and opposition. Illegal to bring carrier down.
If any rules are violated: