In 1906 the forward pass was introduced to the United States game. Since the 1960s, however, rugby has made a comeback across the pond. Rugby and American Football Rugby and football are similar, but there are major differences, particularly where equipment is concerned. Rugby players do not wear any padding or protection except for a mouth guard. The traditional uniform consists of a long-sleeved cotton shirt with a collar.
Shorts are usually cotton and rise to about mid-thigh.
Knee-length socks with turnover tops are worn along with boots similar to soccer cleats. Some forwards wear the optional scrum cap, which is made from leather or cloth and worn as protection for the ears. With 15 players on each team, the objective of the game is to score more points than the opposing team during the two 40-minute halves. A try is good for five points, with two additional points awarded for a successful place kick. Unlike American football, play does not stop with a tackle.