XV IQ

The tactics, technology and ideas behind women's rugby.

From the details of a line-out to the technology shaping performance, XV IQ explores the thinking, skills and innovations behind the game.

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T1 Rugby: A New Way Into The Game
T1 Rugby: A New Way Into The Game

T1 Rugby offers a new way into the game. We explore how this non-contact format works, how it compares with Tag Rugby, and what it could mean for the future of women’s rugby.

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XV IQ: The Pitch Beneath Their Feet
XV IQ: The Pitch Beneath Their Feet

It looks like grass, but a modern rugby pitch is anything but simple. XV IQ explores the layers, technology and engineering beneath the surface of the rugby field.

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XV IQ — What's That Thing Between Their Shoulder Blades?
XV IQ — What's That Thing Between Their Shoulder Blades?

Every elite rugby player seems to wear one, but what is that small black device between their shoulder blades? XV IQ explains how GPS technology helps coaches monitor performance, manage workloads and keep players performing at their best.

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XV IQ — The Anatomy of a Line-Out
XV IQ — The Anatomy of a Line-Out

The line-out is one of rugby's most complex set pieces. Here's how it works — and why it matters.

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