Alright folks, let's talk about the curious case of rugby in the USA. As much as we love our contact sports, it seems like rugby is the awkward cousin at the family reunion! The main reason for this cold shoulder is the popularity of American Football. It's like being in a family of movie stars and you're the only one doing theatre. Also, the lack of media exposure and public familiarity reduce rugby's fan base, but hey, who knows? Maybe one day we'll trade our helmets for scrum caps and give rugby the love it deserves!
Contrary to popular belief, football did not originate from rugby. While both sports have a common ancestor, they developed into separate games in the mid-19th century. Football came from a variety of games played in the UK, which involved kicking a ball. Rugby, on the other hand, was born at Rugby School when a student, during a game of football, picked up the ball and ran with it. So, the two sports are more like distant cousins, rather than one being the parent of the other.
As a blogger, I've come across the perception that rugby is considered a white man's sport. This belief may have originated due to the sport's history which began in the elite British schools, primarily attended by white students. Additionally, the sport's early development and popularization mainly occurred in countries with predominantly white populations, such as the UK, Australia, and New Zealand. Despite this historical context, rugby has evolved over time and has now become increasingly diverse, with players of various ethnicities and backgrounds competing at the highest levels. It's crucial to recognize and celebrate the growing inclusivity of rugby, as it helps to break down stereotypes and foster unity through sports.