How old was William webb Ellis when he invented rugby?

Answer 1

He did not actually invent ruby as such - that came later in the century when a group of clubs headed by Black Heath sat down and compiled the rules of the game. However, Webb-Ellis was the inspiration behind the game by picking up the all and running with it in 1823

Answer 2

According to the legend surrounding the "birth of Rugby", William Webb Ellis run with the ball in hand in 1823. He was born in 1806, therefore he was 17.

Answer 3

1823 when William Webb Ellis "with fine disregard for the rules of football" is alleged to have, first took the ball in his arms and ran with it.

Answer 4

he was playing football and he dicided to pick the ball up