2.5 Rugby

• Passes: spin, pop and basic
• Kicks: place and drop

• distinguish passes in rugby
• perform passing skills in rugby
• perform kick techniques in rugby
• value own and others' efforts in applying passing and kicking skills for enjoyment

“What are the best ways to advance a ball in a game of rugby?”

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1. Rugby: advancing the ball
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Watch a rugby game and identify the passes and kicks used to advance the ball.
2. The basic pass
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Demonstrate and practise the basic (lateral) pass and catch.
3. The pop pass
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Practise the short, soft pop pass to a close supporting player.
4. The spin pass
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Practise the long, fast spin pass off both hands.
5. Passing drills
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Combine basic, pop and spin passes in a grid drill.
6. Support lines and receiving
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Hold depth in a diagonal support line so every pass can go backwards.
7. The place kick
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Demonstrate and practise the place kick from a tee.
8. The drop kick
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Demonstrate and practise the drop kick, striking the ball as it bounces.
9. Playing a modified game
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Apply passing and kicking skills in a safe game of touch rugby.
10. Appraising rugby skills
    40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
    Rate own and others' passing and kicking skills and value everyone's effort.