What is a centre, and what do they do?

What is a centre, and what do they do?

Mike Schmid (Director of Rugby, Esher RFC) gives expert video advice on: What are forwards?; What are the main jobs of the forwards?; What are backs? and more...

There are two centres of both inside and outside. The inside centre is generally heavier and stockier who's requirements are to carry the ball up as and when need be. He also generally can lead your defensive system. Your outside centre can be a little bit quicker, a little bit faster, somebody you can actually put into space. Both have to be very skilful. They both have be able to distribute. Both have to be able to pass off both hands, run and kick when required.