Rugby Signs – What's Your Sign?

Found this on the web today in my surfing around…the source is here. While some of these descriptions are not entirely correct…Virgo and Pisces they are pretty funny to read. Enjoy and remember they are in good fun!

Aries – Also known as the Ram; usually plays in the scrum and hence ends up with scrolled ears. Ready to battle and lock horns at any moment, these muscular specimens are best suited to no. 8’s or blindside/openside flankers. The Ram is not afraid to go where others fear to tread (or put their heads).

Taurus – The Bull; bigger and beefier than the Ram, the Bull is the most stubborn and aggressive of the signs. These animals usually have big bollocks and do not take instructions very well from smaller forwards. Fiercely loyal and practical, this creature is easy to ire and prone to stomping or rucking. Flaring nostrils are its “tell” and one should avoid direct eye contact once nostrils have been activated. Make great props.

Gemini – The Twins. This pair work best in tandem and have a give and take system going. Usually found in lock positions, these two generally decide before who is going for what so that there is no doubling up or misunderstanding of moves. Unusual for them both to catch the bouquet at the same time, but both are good jumpers. Thank goodness most are not identical.

Cancer – The Crab can move at remarkable pace and, due to its sideways moving proficiency, makes an excellent (no, not soup) scrum half. Also well known (notorious) for nipping at referees’ ankles and being incessantly talkative. Don’t be fooled by their size; if they grab hold of you with their pincers they can hold on for dear life and may need to be prized off. Boiling water can help with this or if desperate, urine works just as well, apparently.

Leo – The Lion. This dominant beast rules the center section of the line. Ferocious, fierce and agile these centres can break lines and bring down any of the other big five opposition. Good defenders and attackers. Often have flowing mains (dreaded) and can tend to be vain if left unchecked.

Virgo – The Virgin. A shy, reticent creature, the Virgin is extremely rare and not often spotted on the paddock or in the changing rooms. Difficult to identify as never admits to being part of this genus.

Libra – The Scales. This skilled professional has great balance, good judgement and is not afraid of the up-and-unders. Plus these full backs traditionally have lots of pace, sense of fair play and their point of reference is the back line. Can get unbalanced when under pressure and lose concentration when there is too much action near them messing with their equilibrium.

Scorpio – The Scorpion is the most vengeful of all the signs. Mean and cunning, this anthropoid-type creature is most suited as flanker. It has a tough outer armour and venomous sting, and will do almost anything to get what it wants. Often has a distinctive fluorescent marker in its hair.

Sagittarius – The Archer. Half man half horse (we all know which half we would prefer) the archer is tough as a stead but can still manage to elegantly arch back and throw quite accurately. These hookers sometimes get confused with lots of combinations being called out mixed in with crowd noise. This can lead to a crooked throw, an incorrect placement or loss of possession. In these situations the Archer is then transformed into a half idiot half ass.

Capricorn – The Goat-fish. One of the most versatile of the lot, this species is good at running over rocky opposition or swimming through defensive lines. Quite methodical by nature and good at tactical decisions, often found at fly-half. The conservative nature and practical aspect can lead to obsessive and anti-social behaviour in some cases.

Aquarius – The Water Carrier. The least favorite of the signs, the water carrier is never by choice, but depends on injury, form or reconditioning selections. Can adopt other signs’ characteristics if given a chance but sometimes these unfortunates are confined to the bench and the sheds for long cycles.

Pisces – The Fish is the final sign of the constellation and is a versatile, adaptable, and creative creature. These prefer the wings and if confined tend to create space. They can be small and fast, or big and strong depending on their migration lines. Can also apparently drink like fish.