Clarification 5-2006
Ruling in Law by the Designated Members of the Rugby Committee
| Clarification | 5-2006 |
|---|---|
| Union / HP Ref Manager | FFR |
| Law Reference | 4 |
| Date | 2006-11-14 |
Request
Please provide a definition of jersey, shorts and underwear.
Ruling of the designated members of the Rugby Committee
1. Jersey: a close fitting shirt worn on the upper half of the body which is not attached to shorts or underwear.
2. Shorts: trousers that start at the waist and end above the knees, have an elasticised waist band and/or draw string, and are not attached to the jersey or underwear.
3. Underwear: an undergarment, that covers the body from the waist, having short or no legs but does end above the knees, and worn next to the skin or under clothing, and not attached to the jersey or shorts.