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S R Brown¹, M Brughelli¹, M R Cross¹

¹Sports Performance Research Institute New Zealand (SPRINZ), Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand.

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Rugby Union Performance Analysis

Background:

Lower-extremity power is crucial for rugby performance.
Limited research exists on leg dominance and position-specific sprint mechanics in rugby.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze sprint kinetics and kinematics in rugby union athletes.
To compare sprint characteristics between preferred and non-preferred legs.
To compare sprint characteristics between forwards and backs.

Main Methods:

Thirty male academy rugby union athletes (15 forwards, 15 backs) participated.
Non-motorized treadmill ergometry assessed peak forces and power.
Sprint kinetics and kinematics were evaluated for preferred and non-preferred legs.

Main Results:

Forwards showed greater lower-extremity imbalances, with the non-preferred leg producing less force and power.
Backs exhibited superior initial acceleration but reduced maximal velocity compared to forwards.
Backs demonstrated faster short-distance splits, while forwards were slower at longer distances.

Conclusions:

Leg preference significantly impacts sprint performance in forwards.
Positional differences exist in acceleration and maximal velocity capabilities.
Forwards' greater imbalances may compromise sprint efficiency and elevate injury risk.