In the analysis of this sport, 5 coaches participated, 3 from Italy and 2 from Serbia.
Average years of coaching experience: 7,2.
| Power: 23% |
| Muscular endurance: 17% |
| Coordination: 16% |
| Speed reaction: 17% |
| Agility: 11% |
| Balance: 7% |
| Flexibility: 9% |
| Somatotype: 3x Mesomorph |
| Arms: 1x doesn’t matter, 2x normal. Torso: 1x doesn’t matter, 2x normal. Legs: 1x doesn’t matter, 2x normal. |
Conclusion:
Based on the analysis of responses from 5 coaches, including 3 from Italy and 2 from Serbia, with an average coaching experience of 7.2 years, it is concluded that the ideal somatotype for rugby is predominantly Mesomorph, with 3 coaches favoring this trait.
The data indicates that power is the most critical attribute for success in this sport, accounting for 23% of the necessary skills. Muscular endurance follows closely at 17%, with both coordination and speed reaction also significant, each comprising 17%. Agility accounts for 11%, while balance (7%) and flexibility (9%) are considered less important.
In terms of body proportions, preferences varied among the coaches: 1 coach indicated that arm length doesn’t matter, while 2 coaches preferred normal arms. The same pattern is seen for torso length, where 1 coach deemed it not important and 2 favored normal torsos. For leg length, 1 coach indicated it doesn’t matter, while 2 coaches preferred normal legs.
Therefore, the ideal athlete for rugby is characterized by a mesomorphic physique, with a strong emphasis on power and muscular endurance, featuring predominantly normal body proportions that enhance performance in this sport.
