20 Things Every Player Has Experienced In Rugby

We’ve all been there. But despite the rain, mud and dodgy refs, we wouldn’t change our love for playing rugby…

1. Drinking beer isn't an optional recreation - it's the third half of the game

2. You’re on first name terms with A&E staff

3. Only having one working shower

4. The sitter

You’re passed the ball two metres out with a clear run at the line only to cock it up

5. Having a ref that’s too old to keep up with play

Is there any point in even having them here?

6. Misjudging a high ball

“I’ve got it, I've got it…wait.....no I haven’t…”

7.  Having to play with 13 on a Saturday afternoon

Two lads were last seen leaving the pub at 2 am

8. Playing on a pitch with a ludicrously big puddle

9. The Stinger

Ball hits face on a cold winters day hurting more than any tackle!

10. Having a dog run on the pitch

At least it runs more than the props

11. The accidental magic

Somehow you just burst through three tackles and now don’t know what to do with yourself.

12. Making that face after a dodgy tackle

Sorry-ish

13. Getting told you’re running the line today

14. Bare Arse

Yes, your shorts just came down.

15. Sunday's recovery day

The whole day is spent nursing a hangover and your bruises

16. Battling the urge to scream during an unjust penalty…

17. Pretending to not be hurt…

18. Agreeing with the referee, even when he is wrong…

19. Dealing with other players who think they know more about your position than you…

20. Finding clothes that fit…

…clearly fashion designers haven’t heard of biceps and quads!