I am in america and i play rugby. i wanna play hooker but my best friend is hooker right now. what should i do

Question

help!!!!!!!!! i don't wanna hurt my friends feelings...

P.S. i am a little better than him

Answer 1

you could try suggesting to the coach to give you a go at hooker, and let your mate know, he should understand.

suggest to your friend that he could play in another position such as prop, flanker, or even the backs, and help him gain the required skills for said position. also try and come on for him as a sub.

you could alternatively play for another team, no point playing a position you dont like, saying that...

my team last year had about 18 players for the season but we generally had 2-3 players missing a week through injury, other events, suspension etc. we combatted this by rotating people through positions, ideally this isnt perfect but it does create a good source of backup for the team in times of crisis.

im also curious as to what position you play and what are the builds of you and your mate?

Answer 2

Try and play in another position in the forwards or help your freind find a position he is better at.

Answer 3

If your mate is a good friend then he should understand that you would want to play the same position as him.  Mention it to him and gage his response.  What it really boils down to is what is best for the team and every team needs solid back ups, particularly in the tight five.

Go for it!