re: Anyone know anything about Rugby?

1-8 are forwards. These are the guys in the scrum and usually the guys who hit the rucks first. They will also crash the ball (pick it up and run) if that is the current plan.

10-15 are backs. These are guys who will kick and run with the ball. They are typically faster than the forwards and have more finesse with their passing.

9 is the go between. He will put the ball into the scrum and take it out. He will usually be the one taking the ball out of the rucks and mauls as well.

1 and 3 are props. They support the hooker in the scrums

2 is the hooker. He is between the two props and hooks the ball back into the scrum

4 and 5 are locks. Their main job is pushing in the scrum.

6 and 7 are flankers. They balance the outside of the ruck while being able to break off quickly and tackle if necessary.

8 is the eight man. He separates the scrum halfs in the scrum and may also pick it up and crash on either side of the scrum.

10 is the fly half. Typically will organize the team as to which side the ball needs to go. Will tell the forwards if they should crash and will line up the rest of the backs. He might kick it, run it, or pass it

12 and 13 are your centers. They are typically bigger guys who can take some hits and still run fast. Great passing skills

11 and 14 are the wings. These guys are typically the fastest on the team. Their main job is to get the ball and just book it. They can also kick and catch fairly well.

15 is your full back. This is a great all around player. Needs to be able to kick, catch, and tackle very well. Also needs to have great field awareness. He may play further up or back depending on what the other team is doing and where they are on the field.