by SteveLewis (Author)
Over 1,000 players have been capped by Wales, but only a relatively small number have been given the honour of leading their country. It is to these men, the heroes and sometimes villains, that this book is dedicated. From James Bevan in 1881 through to Colin Charvis and Gareth Thomas at the beginning of the twenty-first century, the role of captain has evolved in tandem with both the game itself, and the much wider sociological and technological developments that dominated the twentieth century. Now, after 125 years of Welsh rugby, it is time to try and put the record straight: Who is the most successful Welsh captain? Why have so many players only had one opportunity to lead their country? Which position has seen the most captains and, indeed, which the least? Why were eight different captains chosen for eight consecutive matches?
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 288
Publisher: Mainstream Publishing
Published: 06 Oct 2005
ISBN 10: 1840189541
ISBN 13: 9781840189544
Book Overview: In 2004, when Colin Charvis asked for payment to meet the press in his capacity as Welsh captain, he created a furore which saw previous captains go on record deploring his attitude and even demanding he be removed from the position. Charvis retracted his demands and carried out his duties as captain both on and off the field in the manner expected but for many the damage had been done. Whether the player was right or wrong is a matter of opinion but the situation was the direct result of rugby entering the professional era and few who went before him had to contend with such issues.
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