Could rugby union take off in the US?

[MCP]

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[Majestic Lion]

Nope.

 

[QueEx]

A new television deal means millions of Americans will be able to watch their rugby union team at the World Cup later this week. As the sport enjoys a surge of popularity, could this be the moment when the land of American football takes rugby to its heart?
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MCP, seriously, LOL.

I believe it would be accurate to say that there are miles (kilo's for you) of difference between "able to watch" and "actual watching." There are about 2 zillion TV channels, but I doubt seriously that most people seriously watch more than 10. Americans like variety in women and sex, but not sports!

And, up against American football, sometimes sex waits

 

[nofrillz]

MCP, seriously, LOL.

I believe it would be accurate to say that there are miles (kilo's for you) of difference between "able to watch" and "actual watching." There are about 2 zillion TV channels, but I doubt seriously that most people seriously watch more than 10. Americans like variety in women and sex, but not sports!

And, up against American football, sometimes sex waits

why is this so true!!! we give up sex for 4 months to watch men fight... thats some primal shit that coming out in us!

 

[QueEx]

why is this so true!!! we give up sex for 4 months to watch men fight... thats some primal shit that coming out in us!

Why?

Some things just, are.

 

[MCP]

Remember that the deal stated that Americans were able, not willing to, watch the Rugby world cup. I hope that with the more exposure to this game would make some Americans make the transition from certain sports in the US to rugby.

 

[thoughtone]

I guess the soccer thread between the foreigners has gotten boring.

 

[Dmain_Event]

Nope. Know long tossing. Americans love a good strong throw. At least I do. Rugby is cool, and I enjoy watching it and playing it from time to time, but I can't see it taking off.

 

[MCP]

I guess the soccer thread between the foreigners has gotten boring.

I take it that you're talking about the world's most popular sport. Period.