We want Rugby at the Olympic Games:

It is one of the most popular games in the world and most intense. It is the ultimate test of heart and will which is what the olympics is about.

Rugby is a real athletic sport and should be in the Olympics. No equipment needed other than a ball.

In what other game can you hit so hard and with so much zeal and be just as social with your opposition? What better way to bring everyone together?

because of its overall popularity throughout the world

It. thrives on teamwork, more than any other sport, and it is the most spectacular exhibition of human athleticism. Most Countries plays rugby.

Rugby should be at the olympics because it a really hard and challenging sport where you have to push through so many obstacles, injuries, and opponents. This is why the olympics were started.

It is the most athletically demanding sport and it is the ultimate team sport.

Because it is an awesome sport that is already played around the world!

Rugby more than any sports epitomizes amateurs sports. Fifteen men striving so that one may score.

fast and furious

It is one of the most competitive sports in the world.

No other sport matches it in intensity and skill level

The perfect spectator sport....? 7's is fast, electric, and has a very level playing field as evidenced by the success of a number of minnow countries. If you want proof, just check out the commonwealth games!

It is fast paced, exciting and embodies the spirit of a true athletic event worthy of being played in the Olympics.

It is the ultimate team sport, which supports the ideals of leadership, community and heart. In the states especially it is incredibly diverse and welcoming of everyone big or small.

Rugby is such a fantastic sport. It encompasses everything the Olympics stand for...sportsmanship, skill,

Rugby is one of the purest sports on the planet. Strategic, grueling, exciting, and all around fun to watch!

True athletic sport, world-wide following, plenty of action

The ethics and culture of rugby is one where all players and fans are welcomed equally and world-wide. The rules are the same for women as men - it is the only truly equal sport for women. It is one of the greatest (and oldest) team sports. Finally - it is the THIRD largest game played in the world!

If soccer can be and other team sports can be, why should rugby not be there. It will be swesome for the Olympics and draw a larger audience world wide.

It is a great, fast paced sport where men and women play by the same rules and it is the second most popular sport in the world!

Most countries play

Rugby is a great and exciting sport! It takes a lot of athleticism to compete in, and it's loved by many countries. Please put women's and men's rugby into the Olympics.

Rugby is played in more countries then most other sports

It one of the oldest team sports in the world and teh Oplympic's to me mean team sprit

Challenge the best in Rugby to beat the best!

Because it is the most amazing sport, and the people who play are passionate and LOVE the sport, and rugby fans deserve to see their teams compete in the olympics!!

It's a great sport!

Entertaining and intro of the sport to the world who do not know or understand the sport

Because it is just as physical as the other sports and its perfect entertainment. Also, its really intense!

Its a good spectator sport and many teams can partisipate in a short time

Rugby should be an olympic sport, because it is truly a popular international sport. the third most popular televised sport in the world, to be exact. it is very easy to enter into rugby no matter what socail level or demographic. It is a game that can played as a pickup game on a beach, or in an interbnational arena. its injuries are very low in numbers as compared to football, or soccer. we hope to see it in Rio!

It is a fabulous sport, fast and exciting.

IT IS ONE OF THE WORLDS MOST POPULAR SPORTS.

Rugby is a great sport cwith a rich history

Why not?

Spectator sport, huge fan base....

It is the most physical and commpetitive sport out there and i love it!

It's a true team sport, the best sport to watch (if you're unable to play anymore), the best to play if you're able and it kicks the pants off of american football

its the best sport in the world

Exciting action, worldwide interest!

thank you for considering this sport

Phenominal sport...and perfect for the Olympics

The rugby world cup is the 3rd largest sporting event in the world and rugby is played in over 80 countries.

Excitement!

Rugby 7s is the most fast paced, action packed game that the Olympics would have. It requires a caliber of athlete who is not only fast, but well conditioned and well coordinated and willing to take and deliver punishing hits. The only sport that is comparable is water polo.

Rugby is is an international sport, growing in popularity -- equal representation in both male and female teams!

Why not?

Rugby is an international sports played by millions.

Second to soccer, the Rugby World Cup is the most watched international sporting event. Sevens is a hybrid version that is even more exciting and skilled. The world will love and watch every match.

This is a sport that is enjoyed by men and women of all ages as players and as spectators. I think there is a lot of interest worldwide

Rugby should be in the Olympics because the competition between countries would be great and its the 2nd most popular sport in the world.

I live in the USA but I support South African Rugby teams.

people will watch it.

Rugby is played all over the world. It has a tremendous following and it's not only exciting to play but it's also exciting to watch.