Construction
The scrum cap was first used by the Christ's College Finchley's 1st XV, and Eurig Evans is credited with its design. The traditional scrum cap was constructed of a thin cloth helmet with padding over the ears, held in place by a strap—but modern models are typically made from thin foam.
The headgear is strictly defined by Regulation 12 of the IRB as being made of soft, thin materials. Stiff materials, such as plastics, are expressly forbidden, and buckles are not permitted. Regulation 12 also gives details regarding the testing standards for this headgear. All headgear to be worn in rugby union must carry an IRB approval logo.
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