API Documentation
RESTful API endpoints for accessing Scrumbase rugby data. Access player profiles, match results, live scores, standings, and team information programmatically.
Getting Started
Base URL
https://scrumbase.app/apiAuthentication
Public read-only endpoints are available without authentication. Write operations and premium data feeds require an API key issued through our Data Partnership program.
Response Format
All responses are JSON. Successful responses return 200 with data. Errors return the appropriate HTTP status code with an error message.
Endpoints
/api/playersBrowse player profiles with pagination and filters
Parameters
/api/matchesView match results and fixtures
Parameters
/api/matches/:id/eventsGet all events for a match
/api/teamsList all teams
Parameters
/api/newsGet latest rugby news articles
Parameters
/api/standingsGet league standings and tables
Parameters
Example Response
GET /api/players
{
"success": true,
"data": [
{
"id": "1",
"firstName": "Jeff",
"lastName": "Kiragu",
"position": "Fly-half",
"team": "Kenya Harlequin",
"age": 28,
"caps": 45,
"status": "active"
}
],
"pagination": {
"page": 1,
"limit": 50,
"total": 1247,
"totalPages": 25
}
}Rate Limits & Best Practices
- Rate limit: 100 requests per minute per API key
- Use pagination for large datasets (limit 50–100 records per request)
- Cache responses where appropriate to reduce API calls
- Handle errors gracefully using the returned HTTP status codes
Premium Data & API Licensing
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