Getting Started
The Pitch
We play on a pitch. It looks like a field and it is a field, but we call it a pitch. Ideally, it is grassy and level, but we take what we can get. A pitch has two try zones (these are NOT end zones…this isn't football, remember?) and LOTS of white lines on it. Don't worry, all of those markings will eventually make sense.
The Equipment
Our equipment consists of a kit (see below) and a rugby ball. The ball looks like an over-inflated white football, rounded at the ends. We also have a referee to maintain order while 30 people (15 of us, 15 of them) run amuck on the pitch.
The Kit
Your rugby kit is what you wear to the pitch. It consists of a sturdy rugby jersey (not one of those frou-frou numbers from Britches), a pair of rugby shorts, matching socks, cleats, and a mouthguard. That's it. No pads, no sticks, no helmets. And definitely NO JEWELRY. While accessories can be flattering, all jewelry should be left at home. Not only is it a safety hazard, but thousands of earrings have been lost forever in people's pockets when thrust upon them right before the game's opening whistle.
The Furies uniform consists of: navy shorts; team jerseys (provided); and navy with solid gold turndown rugby socks. While we will provide game jerseys, it's a good idea to buy your own individual jersey for practice.
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