spiccoli 0 #1 March 23, 2007 in my opinion, rugby is the best team sport in the world, yet is overshadowed here in the states by televised poker tournements and spelling b's on espn. this is understandable, since you have to be in shape to play rugby, and can be drunk to play poker, the appeal to americans is obvious. im not comparing these as activities, but the popularity of them. i have not seen one rugby match on american tv, except a brief wrap up of the recent sevens in san diego. from an entertainment aspect, it seems rugby could cater to the same demographics of anyone from nfl to ufc fans. just curious as why its not catching on here. lacross is starting to get some play, but lacross is an american sport to start with and playd by ferries anyway right? our rugby club here at pepperdine gets less funding than the other sports, which doesnt really bother me because its not a big revenue generator. by the way, if there does exist any rugby fans in the malibu area, we play tommorow 1pm here at pepperdine university.however i would advise any attractive women to stay away from the old guy with crooked fingers, hes my sleezy 70 year old coach and will probably drug and violate you. not necessarily in that order.we need to talk about your flare.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pincheck 0 #2 March 23, 2007 Rugby i think if Tv covered it would take off in the states but suspect that the amount of cash the other 2 sports you mentioned give to tv is one of the reasons its not shown. Billy-Sonic Haggis Flickr-Fun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #3 March 23, 2007 you talking Rubgy Union or Rugby League??You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shropshire 0 #4 March 23, 2007 <> Jeeez - don't confuse them (.)Y(.) Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lawrocket 3 #5 March 24, 2007 Quotethis is understandable, since you have to be in shape to play rugby, and can be drunk to play poker, Bullshit. I was drunk when I blew out my knee playing UC San Diego in 92. We were a drinking team with a rugby problem, and woe be to the frat dicks who thought they could beat us in a boat race. Jeez - I quit rugby because of the abuse I was was taking to me ligaments, tendons, bones, integument, muscles, liver and brain tissue. What position do you play? Actually, first thing's first - are you a rookie? If so, shut up, rookie slime. My wife is hotter than your wife. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spiccoli 0 #6 March 24, 2007 to me, rugby isnt complete without the scrum and rucks of union. however, i think the states only involvment at the higher level is in the super league. i could be wrong.we need to talk about your flare.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spiccoli 0 #7 March 24, 2007 now that you mention it, there is a kid who does in fact substitue beer for water in his water bottle that he brings to practice, so perhaps i jumped the gun on that one. i play flanker, and yes this is indeed my first season and i have paid my rookie dues, but im in it for the long haul, or at least for the rest of my Pepperdine cariere. tommorows the last official match of the season we need to talk about your flare.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lawrocket 3 #8 March 24, 2007 ROOKIE!!! GET ME BEER! You are still a rookie, you haven't paid your dues. Of course, after the game today you will be a veteran. p.s. - flanker. Small, fast and tough as nails. I was a prop. My wife is hotter than your wife. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ltdiver 3 #9 March 24, 2007 QuoteROOKIE!!! GET ME BEER! You are still a rookie, you haven't paid your dues. Of course, after the game today you will be a veteran. p.s. - flanker. Small, fast and tough as nails. I was a prop. Tough, rough game, but you haven't experienced anything until you've participated (or watched in -our- case) this form of rugby! http://www.murderballmovie.com/ They call it "Murder Ball" for a reason! ltdiver Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spiccoli 0 #10 March 25, 2007 yup. thats about right except minus the fast part in my case. props get to experience the full force of the scrum. not a comfortable place it seems, but never been there. have you thought about joining a mens club or did you get your fill? great match- put out Cal Lu (who had a strong comback in the beer pong at the social), and a boot shoot or two.we need to talk about your flare.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
