FAQ
- How many players are on the field during a game?
- Thirty players total. Fifteen on each team
- How long are the games?
- 80 minutes. Two 40-minute halves.
- Is this a safe sport?
- Yes. We successfully avoid injuries by practicing how to tackle properly and land properly, based on training drills designed by USA Rugby.
- What kind of gear can you wear on the rugby field?
- A mouthguard, thinly padded shoulder guards, thinly padded chest protector, scrum cap, team uniform and cleats.
- Do you play against any men's teams?
- We don't play official games against any men's teams. However, we have been known to engage in competitive matches of "touch rugby", especially during the summer.
- Is there an off-season for this sport?
- Yes. During the winter, there are a few weeks when Saturdays are no longer rugby days. Spring and Fall are the main seasons for matches in the United States, and in the summertime, we play "7's", as opposed to "15's". Seven players on each side with seven-minute halves to each game. Here's a link to the spectator's guide rugby published by USARUGBY.