Sport - Rugby

In what promises to be the biggest year in New Zealand rugby history, here is a book aimed primarily at the children's and young adult market. 36 double-page posters of the stars of the All Blacks in a giant poster book format. Each page individually perforated for easy tear off. Timed to come out just a few months before the 2011 Rugby World Cup. Outstanding photography from Rugby Images - Paula George and Jo Caird.About the author:Jo Caird is a renowned New Zealand sports photographer and Paula George is currently assigned to the... read more

Ever been at a rugby match and not known what to yell out when? Here's the answer to your prayers: RUGBY SPEAK. A book you can pop in your pocket along with your hip flask and pull out should you feel the need to yell out appropriate abuse from the terraces. There aren't many rules when it comes to grammatically correct rugby terms but Justin Brown has come up with the essentials if you intend to sound at least a tad informed. Chapters include: What to yell at the ref, What to yell at the players, Things which sound rude but are... read more

The latest edition of the acclaimed IRB World Rugby Yearbook, the most comprehensive rugby yearbook on the planet. With 640 fully illustrated pages of features, stats and records from every major rugby playing nation, since being revived and revamped four years ago the IRB World Rugby Yearbook has become a 'must have' book for rugby followers. The 2011 edition will feature extensive preview of the 2011 Rugby World Cup in New Zealand

This thought-provoking book is a search for answers to the vexing phenomenon of why the world's undisputed greatest rugby team can't win the World Cup. It is an in-depth investigation that explores how societal change, combined with the arrival of professionalism, has impacted on the ability of the All Blacks to perform on the biggest stage. The entire development programme for professional players comes under scrutiny to determine why the system keeps failing at critical junctures. Every aspect of the game is examined: the changed... read more

For the Love of the Game is a celebration of New Zealand grassroots rugby and the people who make it happen. In words and stunning photographs, it tells the story of a great love affair that is pursued in every corner of New Zealand. As one generation succeeds another, children are hooked by the game at school and club level, and families get caught up in helping their kids succeed and in maintaining the reputation of their team or club. In the process, the rugby club often becomes the social hub of the community. Many of the peopl... read more

Between 1900-10 Auckland's Kingsland Cricket Club rented land close to what is now Sandringham Road. Not long afterward, Eden Cricket Club purchased circa 15 acres in that area and went on to build what we now know as Eden Park. Over the past century, it has been through may changes and in 1022, as it hosts another World Cup, Eden Park carries with it the spirit of its many past champion players, epic contests and entusiastic home crowds.

Following on from last year's stunningly successful bestseller, Ali's Book of Tall Tales, the All Blacks' big lock with the off-beat (and oft irreverent) sense of humour has teamed up again with James Griffin to produce this hilarious preview of the 2011 Rugby World Cup. Although an Achilles heel injury has kept Williams off the international rugby scene for a couple of seasons, All Blacks coach Graham Henry has already made it plain that a fully fit Williams will play a big role in his World Cup plans. And, with plenty of spare ti... read more

Rugby’s race for the tag is a little more complicated but the chances are the debate will be over if and when Dan Carter wins the Rugby World Cup for the All Blacks in 2011. Ever since he burst onto the test rugby scene in New Zealand in 2003, Dan Carter has been earmarked for greatness. His exploits for Canterbury, the Crusaders and the All Blacks are the stuff of legends. He did the ‘impossible’ early on in his international career when he made the rugby nation forget about Andrew Mehrtens a first-fi... read more

This is the complete story of the New Zealand Maori rugby team, including analysis of the politics behind the side. With unique photographs, memorabilia, cartoons, statistics and player interviews, this book offers something for everyone. This is a must-have for all rugby fans.

In June 1995, Nelson Mandela conquered the hearts of white South Africa and united his country, black and white, behind their rugby team. This book tells the extraordinary story of the journey to that moment. As the day of the final of the 1995 Rugby World Cup dawned, and the Springboks faced New Zealand's all-conquering All Blacks, more was at stake than a sporting trophy. When Nelson Mandela appeared wearing a Springboks jersey and led the all-white Afrikaner-dominated team in singing South Africa's new national anthem, he conqu... read more

DoP Sept. 2008,Auckland Tells the story of the New Zealand Maori Rugby League team from its origins in 1908 to the present day. The book covers major matches, along with biographies of prominent players and administrators. A rich collection of stories and interviews with former players tells the reader what really happened off and on the field. The book has been thoroughly researched with information coming from England, France, Australia and throughout New Zealand, and it is illustrated with over 200 images.

Robbie Deans is Canterbury aristocracy - and comes from a long line of distinguished rugby players who have represented both the beloved province and New Zealand. He has been an assistant coach to the All Blacks, and the driving force behind the Canterbury Crusaders, one of the leading teams in the International Rugby Super 12 and Super 14 competition. Now, controversially the first Kiwi coach of the All Blacks arch nemesis - the Wallabies, he faces a challenging year of divided loyalties. With fierce pride Cantabrian rugby support... read more

The Know the Game Skills series is the perfect introduction to the sport for every budding player. Each book aims to teach young players the basic skills they need to start enjoying their sport - by giving plenty of simple practice drills and showing how the star players do it. Clearly illustrated and written by a professional coach, this book will give every player all the skills they need to enjoy Rugby.

'Rugby has rules? Seriously!?' How many times has an observer of the grand game been moved to utter such a comment on observing a rolling maul or a crushing tackle? The complex evolution of rugby football and the intriguing history behind its shifting rules tell a fascinating story which is both pertinent and illuminating to fans today. A book for both passionate fans and those with a passing curiosity about how a game with a ball could possibly be so complicated and so beloved.

Designed specifically for younger players, 101 Youth Rugby Drills is the practice bible for youth rugby coaches. It contains a range of progressive practice drills to help young players develop. Fun, educational and challenging, all drills are illustrated and cover the essential technical skills required to introduce rugby, including: * warming up and cooling down * handling the ball * running with the ball * running off the ball * attacking and defensive patterns. As well as easy-to-use instructions, each drill contains informatio... read more

Adulation for rugby league sensation Sonny Bill Williams turned to incrimination overnight when he left the Bulldogs to play for rich French club Toulon, earning himself the new name of 'Money Bill' Williams. Then he made no secret of the fact that he would like to change codes to rugby union if that allowed him to front up in the All Blacks' 2011 Rugby World Cup squad. Rumours and counter-rumours swirled, until the guy with the big hand was signed to Canterbury and duly made an appearance in the All Blacks. Throw in sporadic stint... read more

At last, the book they said would never be published.
Few New Zealand rugby personalities can truly be labelled "legends". Sir Fred Allen, though, is one of those rare exceptions. Along with the great Colin Meads, Allen is an icon of the game, universally loved and a true New Zealand hero. For years, the man who famously captained and then coached the All Blacks unbeaten through 37 matches in a golden era from 1966-68, has resisted the urgings of writers and publishers to tell his story. That is until now. At 90 years... read more

The Rugby Almanack is New Zealand rugby's book of record and is widely regarded as the finest publication of its type in the world. Now in its 75th edition, the 2011 Rugby Almanack records another huge year, including the All Blacks' remarkable Tri-Nations and Bledisloe Cup victories, the All Blacks' end-of-season tour, the ITM Cup, Super 14 and a full summary of women's rugby.About the author:Clive Akers and Geoff Miller are New Zealand's foremost rugby historians and statisticians. Akers has been a co-editor of the Almanack since... read more

Since the Rugby World Cup tournament began in 1987, its powerful players, speed-charged runs, soaring kicks, brutal scrums and controversial refereeing decisions have gripped billions of people around the world. In 2011, the tournament returns to its birthplace, New Zealand, where teams from 20 qualifying nations will battle to win rugby's most coveted prize. For players and coaches, this is the ultimate test. • Will Robbie Deans bring the Wallabies to glory? • Can Graham Henry's All Blacks break their 20-year jinx? &b... read more