Description: 6-10 players 10x10m Grid Attacking team aims to tag out the opposition using the ball Player in possession of the ball cannot move, meaning teammates must move into a position where they can receive a pass and make a tag Once player is tagged they can either be out, join the attack or do an exercise before joining back in Teams swap roles after all players are out/time has elapsed
Key Coaching Points: Ball Carrier to hold the ball in two hands, ready to pass in any direction When passing, ensure the hands follow through to target Receivers to scan for tag opportunities, communicating accurately as to where they are Receivers to have hands up ready to catch, with thumbs together Defenders to use side step, spins and other evasion to ensure they donât get tagged Progressions/Regressions Increase/decrease playing area Add/reduce numbers of attackers Add in an additional ball Use different types of passes e.g. scrum half pass
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