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IRB Level 2 Coaching Course Feb 2014 Daniel FAYNOT ! Under The Supervision of Gene TONG & Angus PEACOCK My Goal for the Team this season: To provide the best training environment and conditions that will allow my team to grow individually and simultaneously as a unit and have fun all together. ! A. Individual Skills Target: 1. To cover and practice the main fundamentals of rugby for all players involved 2. To introduce more challenging skills practice in game situation 3. Implicit introduction of Functional Roles in situation B. Unit Skill Target: 1. To grasp and apply the main P.O.A & P.O.D as a unit Personal Coaching Goal: Share my passion for the Game, Make my players enjoy even more their Rugby. Personal Coaching Challenge: Get more involved in the details of Key Factors while keeping my implicit style of coaching. !1 Overall Frame of the 6 Sessions Program Status at the start of this 6 Session Plan: • 6 Sessions Plan starts in the second part of the season, after winter break, 3rd session. • Players are back from winter break - We expect 80% of the same players. • Group age Under13 - Rugby practice from 1 Year up to 6 Years. • Group is heterogeneous with various individual & unit skills demonstrated. • Player assessment to be done in the coming session - Possibility to create 2 groups of skills level during individual skills practice. Session Frame • Implicit game situation during Warm Ups when possible. • From Simple Unit Situation to Individual skills and back to Unit Skills. • Introduce P.O.A & P.O.D in a simple understandable manner for my team age group. • Step by step introduction of FR in simple situations. • The Session plan is ambitious but it will be pitched according to the reaction and assimilation process of the players. • Each drill is run for 10 to 15 min maximum to retain maximum attention from players of this age. • Game at the end of each session is definitely the reward for good training. Let them play! Session 1 HANDLING Passing - Receiving - Picking up - Kicking - Catching Passing in Lines - Attacking Space Session 2 RUNNING Evasive Running - Side Steps - Swerve Running In Attack - Running in Defence Session 3 CONTACT 1 Tackling - Falling - Ball Presentation Mall + Phase Play - Support play Session 4 HANDLING 2 Passing 2 - Kicking 2 Back Line Attack - Back Line Defence Session 5 CONTACT 2 Hit - Tackling 2 - Scrummaging - Rucking Ruck + Phase Play - Support play Session 6 PHASE PLAY Functional Roles - Kick Start Gain Line - Tackle Line - Counter Attack !2 Attacking Player 25 Cones - 2 Tackle Pads - 2 Tackle Bags Date & Time Saturday Feb. 22 - 10 A.M to 11: 30 A.M Equipment: Location Shanghai Rugby F. Club (Pudong) Age Group Under 13 (11 - 12 Y. old) Coach Dani FAYNOT Nb of Players 20 Assistant Coach Andy G. (IRB L1) Defending Player 10 Rugby Balls Rugby Ball Tel: *********** - dfaynot@Rugby.com Tackle Bag Tackle Pad Team Assessment After Session Session 1 Outline - HANDLING SKILLS TIME (mins) ACTIVITY Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS FUNCTIONAL ROLES REMARKS E - C - NYC SESSION TARGETS: A. PASSING & RECEIVING B. PICKING-UP THE BALL - GRUBBER KICK C. PASSING IN LINE - ATTACKING SPACE 2 min BRIEFING: Ask Questions Related to Session Targets Security Check 4 min WARM UP - Passing Marathon ! ! ! ! ! ! ! • All Players in a 20 x 20 M area • Group of 3 + 1 ball - Free pass in all directions • Keep Running - 3 steps maximum with the ball • Minimum 5 m from each other • Each team counts the number of passes before a drop 6 min WARM UP 2 - Kick , Pick & Pass • Same from Grubber kick - Chase - Pick-up & Pass the ball • 30 x 30 m area ! PASSING the Ball • Side on - Face supporting receiver • Target chest / front of receiver • Communicate • Swing ball across hip • Use full body chain mechanic to control power and direction. • Back hand on the back and under the ball • Front hand on top for control • Follow through — finger pointed to receiver • Support receiver ! GRUBBER KICK • Proper ball handling • Ball angle • Low-Middle-High foot connection ! PICKING-UP the Ball • Low strong stable position • Above the ball side-on • Sink hips — bend knees • 1 foot to the front — other foot behind • Head up • Steady ball front hand — scoop with other hand • Bring ball to chest • Be ready to move/play 3 min Water Break BALL CARRIER DISTRIBUTOR P.O.A Provide Support Continuity ! ! P.O.D Regain Possession Counter Attack Arrange next Session Area !3 !! !! !! !! !! !! !! Remind only few KF during warm up. Let players experiment. E Very active participation ! Nice fun environment KICKER CATCHER DISTRIBUTOR 75 minutes To Go Team Assessment After Session Session 1 Outline - HANDLING SKILLS TIME (mins) 10 min ACTIVITY PASSING & RECEIVING - Passing back ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS • Group of 5 - 2 balls • Forming a circle facing outside - Pass the ball • Team Increases circumference gradually • Change rotation on ball carrier command • Possible to jump-pass one player PROGRESSION: Unit moves in 1 direction together UP or DOWN UP PASSING the Ball • Ball in 2 hands • Target area: Chest / front of receiver • Swing ball across hip • Use full body chain mechanic to control power and direction. • Back hand on the back under the ball • Front hand on top for control • Follow through — finger pointed to receiver RECEIVING - CATCHING the ball • Move forward onto ball • Extend arms - Look • Hands up, fingers spread — thumbs close together • Watch ball all the way — make contact with all fingers P.O.A Provide Support Continuity FUNCTIONAL ROLES DISTRIBUTOR RECEIVER PLAYMAKER REMARKS Catch and pass with minimum interval time E - C - NYC C ! Ok but skills very uneven in the team. ! DOWN 12 min PASSING IN LINE - 5 CHANNELS PASSING (same as above) • Group of 4 - Passing & receiving with pace • 3 steps maxi before passing • Receiver accelerates to receive flat pass JUMP PASS • Communicate - Call player • Higher ball - Spiral pass if able to do UNIT SKILLS • Communicate - Look • Adjust to player next to you ! RECEIVING - CATCHING the ball • Move forward onto ball • Extend arms - Look • Hands up, fingers spread — thumbs close together • Watch ball all the way — make contact with all fingers ! RUNNING IN ATTACK • Keep eyes on “opposition” • Communicate • Change pace • Go forward & Attack space quickly with confidence • Target score line Run with pace, accelerate to receive the ball and keep the pace with the ball on hand to crate space on the back. P.O.A Go Forward Provide Support Continuity ! RUNNING IN ATTACK - SUPPORTING PLAYERS • Behind ball carrier - Communicate • Anticipate your role • Hands ready for pass or contact • Keep distance • Catch/pass continue support 3 min Water Break Arrange next Session Area !4 DISTRIBUTOR SUPPORTER FINISHER !! Adding PLAYMAKER in the progression. ! ! Support players should NOT slow down. PROGRESSION: Distributor loops around first receiver, receives the ball and passes to 3rd. ! In this case, 3rd and 4th receiver should change channel and go forward on next channel to their left. 50 min to Go C ! Very good understanding of the combination. ! Difficult to make players loop round AND go forward Team Assessment After Session Session 1 Outline - HANDLING SKILLS TIME (mins) 10 min ACTIVITY Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS PASSING - HIT OFFLOAD PASS SUPPORT ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! • 15 x 10 wide area — 3A VS 2D With Tackle Pads • Run forward in line - A1 hit D1 and Offload to A2 • A2 call a direction “left or Right” - A3 take space to receive a flat pass & go forward • A1 repositions on the back to support • D2 sweep to new attacking line so A3 can hit and offload to A2 who can pass to A1 HIT • Run straight - 2 hands on the ball • Target point of impact • Strong body position - Brace • Protect ball ! Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure ! ! ! PASSING RECEIVING & ATTACKING SPACE • Group of 4 - 6 Running channels • A1 make a clearing pass and loop around to channel 5 • A2 to pass and loop around to channel 6 • A3 to pass to A4 • A4 to A1 to A2 and scores • Back to the starting line REMARKS E - C - NYC Each A-Team only perform 2 Phases and go back to starting line. Good job P.O.A OFFLOAD PASSING (Screen Pass) • Drive with legs side on • Remain standing upon contact • Turn back to defender • Protect ball • Communicate • Close pass to support player PERFORATOR SUPPORTER DISTRIBUTOR CLEARING PASS • Low strong stable • Sink Hips - Bend Knees • Right foot on ball to pass with right hand • Other foot direction of the pass • Head over the ball - Yes on the ball • 1 movement sweep from the floor • Passing to the right: Right hand stability / left for power • Follow through, hands pointing to receiver ! RECEIVING - CATCHING the ball • Move forward onto ball • Extend arms - Look • Hands up, fingers spread — thumbs close together • Watch ball all the way — make contact with all fingers Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support P.O.A Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points DISTRIBUTOR SUPPORTER FINISHER Make sure players are running in channels and not drifting on the back. ! Ball carrier must accelerate to create space on the back. ! LEGAL but FLAT pass ! RUNNING IN ATTACK • Communicate • Change pace • Go forward & Attack space quickly with confidence and support • Target score line 3 min Water Break E P.O.D SUPPORT PLAYER • Communicate • Change pace • Go forward & Attack space quickly with confidence and support • Target score line PASSING the Ball 10 min FUNCTIONAL ROLES Arrange next Session Area !5 27 min to Go C Excellent OR NYC depending of player’s skills level Team Assessment After Session Session 1 Outline - HANDLING SKILLS TIME (mins) 10 min ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 10 min ACTIVITY TEAM DEVELOPMENT Team Play - Freeze - Realign D and A - Restart • 10 vs 10 • Game situation with coaching support on the back • Players have to Freeze their position when whistle is blown and realign Defence or/and Attack Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS In ATTACK • Proper Alignment during all attacking phases. • Communicate • Go forward • PASS the ball in good condition P.O.A In DEFENCE • Communicate • Re-position the lines according to opposition • Proper tackles ! ! Gain Possession of Ball Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points P.O.D Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support Regain Possession Counter Attack TEAM PLAY • 2 halves of 5 min • No Kicking / No scrum / No Lineout Players can experiment by themselves all KF identified during training. ALL P.O.A & P.O.D FUNCTIONAL ROLES BALL CARRIER SUPPORTER DISTRIBUTOR PLAYMAKER DECOY PENETRATOR FINISHER ! TACKLER SUPPORTER in DEFENCE BALL CARRIER SUPPORTER DISTRIBUTOR PLAYMAKER DECOY PENETRATOR FINISHER ! REMARKS Insist on: GOING FORWARD ATTACKING LINES DEFENDING LINES ! E - C - NYC C Off-sides laws! Off-sides laws! Insist on: GO FORWARD CONTINUITY E Good Job & Fun TACKLER SUPPORTER in DEFENCE 5 min WARM-DOWN • Slow jog while passing the ball • Stretch exercises on the pitch 2 min WRAP-UP Ask Q Next Session Theme RUGBY HOMEWORK: 1. Make sure you have a Rugby ball at home - Keep it on your bed. Play with it as much you can 2. Memorise Off-Side rules in Rugby Water Break BRING BACK ALL EQUIPMENTS & BALLS Post Session Self Reflection: For this first “structured session” players were responding positively. I could not insist enough on passing KF. We need to practice this session again. !6 End of Session Overall Session Assessment >> C Equipment: Attacking Player 25 Cones - 2 Tackle Pads - 2 Tackle Bags Date & Time Saturday, March 1 - 10 A.M to 11: 30 A.M Location Shanghai Rugby F. Club (Pudong) Age Group Under 13 (11 - 12 Y. old) Coach Dani FAYNOT Nb of Players 20 Assistant Coach Andy G. (IRB L1) + 2 senior players Defending Player 10 Rugby Balls Rugby Ball Tel: *********** - dfaynot@Rugby.com Tackle Bag Tackle Pad Team Assessment After Session Session 2 Outline - RUNNING SKILLS TIME (mins) ACTIVITY Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS FUNCTIONAL ROLES REMARKS E - C - NYC SESSION GENERAL OUTLINE: A. EVASIVE RUNNING - SWERVING & SIDE STEP B. RUNNING IN DEFENCE - FLAT DEFENCE 2 min BRIEFING: Ask Questions Related to Session Targets Security Check 3 min WARM UP - SHADOW RUNNING ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! • Team of 4 • Snake running following first in line in all directions without contact with other groups • Leader accelerates /decelerates at will P.O.A 3 min WARM UP 2 - SHADOW RUNING - 1 BALL /TEAM • Lines of 4 with 1 Ball - 4 m interval between each player • All lines moves following coach • move in 4 directions • Passing the ball UNIT SKILLS • Communication: Talk & Listen • LOOK and SEE • Keep constant distance between the players • Coordinate unit movement with passing of the ball 4 min Go Forward Provide Support Continuity ! ! E ! Excellent Participation, already in playing mood P.O.D Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support WARM UP 2 - SHADOW RUNING ALTERNATE • Sideways only • Line 1 follow coach • Line 2 go opposite, Line 3 follow coach… 3 min • Passing the ball Water Break Arrange next Session Area !7 75 minutes To Go Team Assessment After Session Session 2 Outline - RUNNING TIME (mins) 12 min ACTIVITY EVASIVE RUNNING CIRCUIT - SIDE STEP ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! • 4 Lines - 4 balls + Cone circuit • Side step in front of each cone (right, left , right , left) • Loop around last cone - Come back to starting line and pass the ball to next in-line 15 min Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS EVASIVE RUNNING - SWERVE & PASS • 3A & 2D - Running forward in 3 m wide corridors • A1 Side step in front of D1 ,Veer away right & accelerate and pass to A2 • A2 Side step D2, veer away left , accelerate and pass to A3. A1-2-3 turn around and back to stating line FUNCTIONAL ROLES REMARKS E - C - NYC PROGRESSION: Add 1 defender with a tackling pad for the last side step. NYC EVASIVE RUNNING (General) • Ball in 2 hands • Side step / swerve - Accelerate • Move into space past defender !! SIDE STEP • Run towards nearest defender (cone) • Change direction close to defender • Use ball to bring defender • Push sideways off right foot to go left. • Accelerate to take advantage of defender hesitation. P.O.A Go Forward BALL CARRIER PENETRATOR ! A must choose a side D must block him with the T-Pad. SWERVING • Run towards defender (cone) • Change direction away from defender by veering away into outside space. • Accelerate to take advantage of defender hesitation. ! PASSING the Ball • Ball in 2 hands • Target area: Chest /front of receiver • Swing ball across hip • Use full body chain mechanic to control power and direction. • Back hand on the back under the ball • Front hand on top for control • Follow through — finger pointed to receiver ! P.O.A Go Forward Provide Support Continuity ! P.O.D Go Forward Apply Pressure BALL CARRIER PLAYMAKER PENETRATOR FINISHER Defender should Go forward to close the distance. ! Defender try to block Attacking Opponent but No tackle. RUNNING IN ATTACK SUPPORTING PLAYERS • Behind ball carrier - Communicate • Anticipate your role • Hands ready for pass or contact • Keep distance • Catch/pass continue support 3 min Confusion about side stepping and Swerving Water Break Arrange next Session Area !8 45 min to Go C Good Job Team Assessment After Session Session 2 Outline - RUNNING TIME (mins) 10 min ACTIVITY Principles Of Attack P.O.Defence KEY FACTORS RUNNING IN DEFENCE - FLAT DEFENCE ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! • 40 x 15 m area • Group of 6 - Running as a UNIT FLAT DEFENCE • Following signal from 1 of the player (Defence leader), the whole UNIT runs forward 10 m, backward 5 m, forward 5 m until the 5th cone • When first group reach 3rd line, second group starts. FUNCTIONAL ROLES REMARKS E - C - NYC RUNNING IN DEFENCE • Run in anticipation of where play can be entered into. • Keep running line • Complement actions of partners ! FLAT DEFENCE • Chose your opponent • Communicate • Intimidate opponent • Target receiving shoulder (visualise) • Playmaker communicates movements • Move as a unit • Keep distance between partners P.O.D Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support DEFENCE LEADER SUPPORTER All players knees bent, on their toes , keep moving. C Communicate more! 10 M 12 min EVASIVE RUNNING Vs FLAT DEFENCE • 4A Vs 3D - 30 x 20 m area • Clearing pass from Distributor - Attackers can Pass or Side step/swerve to score a try • Defenders can tackle by touching both shoulders in the same time. When Attackers are “tackled” they backward 10 m • 4 attempts to score FLAT DEFENCE • Communicate - Chose opponent • Intimidate - Show confidence • Target receiving shoulder • Move as a unit • Run in anticipation • Reduce ball carrier’s options • React and adjust to attacks to regain possession. ! EVASIVE RUNNING - ATTACK • Ball in 2 hands • Take decision - Dare to Do • Side step / swerve - Accelerate • Move into space past defender P.O.D SUPPORTING PLAYERS-ATTACK • Behind ball carrier - Communicate • Anticipate your role • Hands ready for pass or contact • Keep distance — receive pass with pace going forward • Catch/pass continue support Water Break Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points ! ! 3 min P.O.A Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support Arrange next Session Area !9 BALL CARRIER SUPPORTER DISTRIBUTOR PLAYMAKER DECOY PENETRATOR FINISHER ! TACKLER Encourage A Team to use all side steps we practice in this session but also Passing combinations already practice in earlier sessions: Loop, Dummy pass, jump pass… ! Make sure D team is using flat defence formation. ! Arrange 2 areas to maximise player’s practice. 20 min to Go C Clearing pass to practice more ! FR not clear Team Assessment After Session Session 2 Outline - RUNNING TIME (mins) 10 min ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 10 min ACTIVITY TEAM DEVELOPMENT Team Play - No Kicking • 10 vs 10 - Tackle OK but NO Ruck / No Mall • Game situation with coaching support on the back • After Successful tackle from D, D becomes A Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS In ATTACK • Proper Alignment during all attacking phases. • Communicate • Go forward • PASS the ball in good condition P.O.A In DEFENCE • Communicate • Re-position the lines according to opposition • Proper tackles ! ! Gain Possession of Ball Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points P.O.D Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support Regain Possession Counter Attack FUNCTIONAL ROLES BALL CARRIER SUPPORTER DISTRIBUTOR PLAYMAKER DECOY PENETRATOR FINISHER ! TACKLER REMARKS E - C - NYC Focus on: ! • Evasive running and passing for A Team • Flat defines for D. Team. C Re-alignments! TEAM PLAY • 2 halves of 5 min • Scrum not contested • No Kicking / No Lineout 5 min Players can experiment by themselves all KF identified during training. C ALL P.O.A & P.O.D Apply principle please! WARM-DOWN • Slow jog while passing the ball • Stretch exercises on the pitch 2 min WRAP-UP Ask Q Next Session Theme RUGBY HOMEWORK: 1. Passing your ball at home everyday at least 10 min 2. Kick & Catch (at home and outdoors) - Please don't break anything at home :>) Water Break BRING BACK ALL EQUIPMENTS & BALLS Post Session Self Reflection: Overall good session. I could not spend enough time on swerving and side steps KF. Most players will benefit from more individual skills practice. Next time I should tale the less skilled players on the side to go in more details and make them work theirs basics again. !10 End of Session Overall Session Assessment >> C Attacking Player 25 Cones - 2 Tackle Pads - 2 Tackle Bags Date & Time Saturday, March 15 - 10 A.M to 11: 30 A.M Equipment: Location Shanghai Rugby F. Club (Pudong) Age Group Under 13 (11 - 12 Y. old) Coach Dani FAYNOT Nb of Players 20 Assistant Coach Andy G. (IRB L1) + 2 senior players Defending Player 10 Rugby Balls Rugby Ball Tel: *********** - dfaynot@Rugby.com Tackle Bag Tackle Pad Team Assessment After Session Session 2 Outline - CONTACT 1 TIME (mins) ACTIVITY Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS FUNCTIONAL ROLES REMARKS E - C - NYC SESSION GENERAL OUTLINE: A. TACKLING: SHOULDER FRONT TACKLE & SHOULDER SIDE TACKLE B. EVASIVE RUNNING C. MALLING 2 min BRIEFING: Ask Questions Related to Session Targets Security Check 3 min ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 7 min WARM UP - RABBIT BULLDOG • 10 x 10 area HIT • Run straight - 2 hands on the ball • Target point of impact - Low • Strong body position - Brace • Shoulder side on - Drive with legs • Contact ground Buttocks> Shoulder • Protect ball - Position the ball • Back to feet ASAP • All players on their 4 foot ! ! ! ! ! ! CONTACT CIRCUIT - 3 m from starting line HIT - TACKLE - FALL Over the Ball ! TACKLING • Prepare to contact: Strong Stable Low. • Target impact area • Head on the side “Cheek to Cheek” • Release tackled player (Bag) and back to feet ASAP to contest possession. P.O.D Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Regain Possession ! FALLING over the Ball • Crouched > slide into ball on hip and thigh • Grasp ball into body - Present /Pass • Back to feet ASAP 3 min Water Break Arrange next Session Area !11 PERFORATOR TACKLER • Players must be well warmed up before starting contact circuit. • Next player starts after second hit. • Hit Pad with crossed arms on chest — extend arms as if player is positioning the ball. • Drive with legs on hit - Stand up fast. 75 minutes To Go C Uneven skills as a unit Team Assessment After Session Session 3 Outline - CONTACT 1 TIME (mins) 10 min ACTIVITY Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS SHOULDER FRONT TACKLE • 2 Lines of 4 Players facing each other - 6 m distance • Both A (Ball Carrier) and D (Tackler) face down • On signal A1 & D1 stand up, jog to each other • D1 Shoulder Front Tackle - Pops up and turn around A1 • A1 practice Falling & ball presentation, counting loud “1,2,3,” then stand up and pass the ball to A2 • A becomes D - D becomes A SHOULDER FRONT TACKLE • Eyes up • Strong Stable Low • Target & Contact with shoulder on ball carrier’s thighs • Squeeze arms around ball carrier’s legs • Brace on impact - Drive with legs until ball carrier is on the ground • Release ball carrier • Back to feet ASAP • Contest for possession ! FALLING in the TACKLE • Run straight - 2 hands on the ball • Protect ball - Elbows inside • Strong body position - Brace • Contact ground Buttocks> back of Shoulder • Turn towards team mates • Position the ball • Back to feet ASAP 12 min RUNNING SIDE TACKLE - 20 X 20 AREA ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! • A runs around the cones, ball in 2 hands to score line • D must go thru the gate to tackle A before the score line • D tackles and Pops up to stand behind A, ready to contest the ball • A positions the ball for his support player. Both players go back to starting point with ball SHOULDER SIDE TACKLE • Eyes up • Target & Contact with shoulder on ball carrier’s thighs • Head on the side • Squeeze arms around ball carrier’s legs • Brace on impact and drive with legs until ball carrier is on the ground • Release ball carrier • Role to finish on top of ball carrier • Get back to feet • Contest for possession ! FALLING in the TACKLE • Run straight - 2 hands on the ball • Protect ball: tight to chest, elbows in to sides • Strong body position - Brace • Contact ground Buttocks> back of Shoulder • Protect ball - Position the ball • Back to feet ASAP 3 min Water Break P.O.A Go Forward ! P.O.D Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain TACKLER BALL CARRIER P.O.D Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Start a Step by Step Demonstration of Shoulder front tackle as well as “Tackle and Pop-up”. ! Make sure both A & D knows which side to tackle: Go Forward ! REMARKS E - C - NYC E Very good job Pair players with same size/weight P.O.A Arrange next Session Area !12 FUNCTIONAL ROLES BALL CARRIER TACKLER ! ! In this exercise tackler has left chick in contact. Make players practice “pop-up” by group of 2 before starting drill. 50 min to Go C E or NCY Still some players left behind in terms of tackling skills and confidence. Team Assessment After Session Session 3 Outline - CONTACT 1 TIME (mins) 15 min ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ACTIVITY Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS EVASIVE RUNNING - SIDE TACKLE • 3A VS 2D - 20 x 20 • A1 run forward, veer on the right - D1 shoulder side tackle. A1 positions the ball • A2 picks up the ball, run forward, side step veer right D2 shoulder side tackle. A2 positions the ball for A3 in support • A3 picks up and dive to score FUNCTIONAL ROLES REMARKS E - C - NYC EVASIVE RUNNING (General) • Ball in 2 hands • Side step / swerve - Accelerate • Move into space past defender ! SHOULDER SIDE TACKLE • Eyes up • Target & Contact with shoulder on ball carrier’s thighs • Squeeze arms around ball carrier’s legs • Brace on impact and drive with legs until ball carrier is on the ground • Release ball carrier • Role to finish on top of ball carrier • Back to feet ASAP ! P.O.A Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points ! P.O.D Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain FALLING in the TACKLE • 2 hands on the ball • Protect ball - Position the ball • Back to feet ASAP - Support ! PLAYMAKER PENETRATOR FINISHER ! !! Eventually: DECOY TACKLER SWEEPER Sweeper must keep enough space away from his defence to have time to tackle second attacking line. ! ALTERNATIVE: Use tackle Pads for defender to Hit Attackers. C Ball positioning! ! SUPPORTING PLAYERS-ATTACK • Behind ball carrier - Communicate • Run in anticipation • Pick-up ball - Go forward 12 min MAUL & PHASE PLAY • 4A Vs 3D - 15 x 20 m area • A1 Hit T-Pad 1, Drive with legs present the ball. A2 bind to form a Mall, A3 provides support and distribute the ball to A4. • A4 Go forward and hit T-Pad 2 - A3 provide support and bind, A2 provides support and distribute to A1 score MALING Ball Carrier • 2 hands on ball • Target side of defender • Hit & drive with legs side on • Position ball on the back — available for team mates ! Support players • Enter by the gate • Secure ball/drive behind ball • Head & shoulder above hips • Drive forward - Safe Strong • Move ball on the back of maul P.O.A Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points ! P.O.D ! Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support Support Play 1. Continue driving 2. Leave the mall with the ball 3. Pass ! BALL CARRIER SUPPORTER DISTRIBUTOR PLAYMAKER PENETRATOR FINISHER ! DEFENDER SUPPORT DEFENDER Re-explain the laws of mauling: Bidding, gates & offsides. ! Players are already used to malling, however it is crucial to balance the groups with skilled and less skilled players. End of the mall all players reposition for support Next Phase. 3 min Water Break Arrange next Session Area !13 20 min to Go C Good ! Too much specialisation. Get every players to be confident with all FR. Team Assessment After Session Session 3 Outline - CONTACT 1 TIME (mins) 10 min ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 10 min ACTIVITY TEAM DEVELOPMENT Team Play - No Kicking • 10 vs 10 • NO Tackle / NO Ruck - ONLY Malls • Game situation with coaching support on the back Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS In ATTACK • Proper Alignment during all attacking phases. • Communicate • Go forward • PASS the ball in good condition ! In DEFENCE • Communicate • Re-position the lines according to opposition • Proper mauls • SUPPORT FUNCTIONAL ROLES REMARKS E - C - NYC P.O.A Gain Possession of Ball Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points ! P.O.D Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support Regain Possession Counter Attack BALL CARRIER SUPPORTER DISTRIBUTOR PLAYMAKER DECOY PENETRATOR FINISHER ! TACKLER Focus on: ! • Evasive running and passing for A Team • Flat defence for D. Team. E Skills well applied in situations. TEAM PLAY • 2 halves of 5 min • Scrum not contested Players can experiment by themselves all KF identified during training. • Lineouts without Lifters E ALL P.O.A & P.O.D • No Kicking 5 min WARM-DOWN • Slow jog while passing the ball • Stretch exercises on the pitch 2 min WRAP-UP Ask Q Next Session Theme RUGBY HOMEWORK: 1. FIND the P.O.A in Rugby 2. Passing the ball at home Water Break BRING BACK ALL EQUIPMENTS & BALLS Post Session Self Reflection: A very good session. Muddy “soft” pitch perfect for tackling. Players were very involved and I was full of energy ! Good day at the office. !14 End of Session Overall Session Assessment >> E Equipment: Attacking Player 25 Cones - 2 Tackle Pads - 2 Tackle Bags Date & Time Saturday, March 22 - 10 A.M to 11: 30 A.M Location Shanghai Rugby F. Club (Pudong) Age Group Under 13 (11 - 12 Y. old) Coach Dani FAYNOT Nb of Players 20 Assistant Coach Andy G. (IRB L1) + 2 senior players Defending Player 10 Rugby Balls Rugby Ball Tel: *********** - dfaynot@Rugby.com Tackle Bag Tackle Pad Team Assessment After Session Session 4 Outline - HANDLING 2 TIME (mins) ACTIVITY Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS FUNCTIONAL ROLES REMARKS E - C - NYC SESSION GENERAL OUTLINE: A. PUNT KICK & CATCHING B. BACK LINE DEFENCE C. MAULING & CONTINUITY 2 min BRIEFING: Ask Questions Related to Session Targets Security Check 3 min WARM UP - TENNIS RUGBY - 2 squares of 10 x 10 ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! • Team of 6 - Punt Kick the ball to Opponent area • Receiving team must catch - 3 passes and Kick back 7 min 3 min • 2 points for miss catch - 1 Point for catch after rebound P.O.A PROGRESSION: With Functional Roles Gain Possession of Ball Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points Let Player experiment their own kicking / catching. ! Debrief main KF after the warm up: • Hold the ball for a kick? • Kicking technique? • Ball trajectory? • Who catches the ball? • How to catch? • Roles of other players? Water Break ! P.O.D Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support Regain Possession Counter Attack Arrange next Session Area !15 Progression: ! KICKER JUMPER/CATCHER SUPPORTER DISTRIBUTOR PLAYMAKER Identify FR: 1. Sweeper 2. Catcher 3. Support 4. Distributor 5. Playmaker 6. Kicker 75 minutes To Go C Very messy with FR but good implicit game situation Team Assessment After Session Session 4 Outline - HANDLING 2 TIME (mins) 10 min ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ACTIVITY Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS KICKING & CATCHING - PUNT KICK • Group of 2 pairs - On both sides of a center line. • Punt Kick across - Catch and pass to support who Punt Kicks back • Gradually increasing the distance PROGRESSION When players are comfortable with technique, start a distance accuracy challenge working together. Missed catch, 5 meters forward. PUNT KICK • Balanced, Stable, Strong position • Opposite shoulder forward • ball in 2 hands - 1 point to the foot • Arms extended - Tall - Head forward • Non-kicking foot inline with target • Contact with boot laces - Toes down • Move to target - Follow through Low - Middle - High According to point of impact and level of the foot at impact ! CATCHING Kicked Ball • Communicate loud “ Mike’s ball” • Move under the ball - Eyes on ball ! Catch on ground: If Time & Space • Underneath ball - Strong stable • Hips towards opponents • Aim with hands in triangle — arm extended - Elbows together • Catch at eyes level — bring into body Jumping: • Forward - Time jump 1 foot Sideways • Knee up protection - Brace • Catch - Move/pass 12 min REMARKS • By pairs, both players face down - Stand up on signal • Yellow (A1) Kick the ball towards score line and Go forward to pick-up and score • Blue (D) Go forward — picks-up the ball and counter attacks - Yellow become first defender and try to tackle Players back to starting line and exchange roles RUNNIG IN ATTACK • Go Forward • Chase the kick - Speed • Read the ball rebounds • Keep eyes on opposition • Pick-up the ball to score P.O.A Apply Pressure ! P.O.D Regain Possession Counter Attack !! !! !! KICKER !! Soft SPOT - Punt K CATCHER becoming DISTRIBUTOR SUPPORTER Nice progress SPIRAL KICK Go Forward ! If defence regains the ball • Tackle and regain possession P.O.D ! COUNTER ATTACK • One-on-one skills • Take decision - Attack space • Evasive running Regain Possession Counter Attack ! P.O.D Phase 2 Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain KICKER SWEEPER PENETRATOR TACKLER ! ! PLAYMAKER? FR are changing fast according to situation! Step 1: PUNT KICK Step 2: GRUBBER KICK ! PROGRESSION: Both players contest the ball to score or counter attack. ! Water Break C P.O.A ! ! BACK LINE DEFENCE • Scanning skills • Defend space - Cover back field • Read ball rebounds - Pick-up ball • Regain possession 3 min E - C - NYC After catching TURN to your back to avoid KNOCK OFF if you miss the catch !! BACK LINE DEFENCE - 20 X 30 AREA • FUNCTIONAL ROLES Arrange next Session Area !16 50 min to Go NYC Not coming easily and naturally for all players Team Assessment After Session Session 4 Outline - HANDLING 2 TIME (mins) ACTIVITY 12 BACK 3 COUNTER ATTACK - SPRINT TO SUPPORT Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS • 3D (To counter attack) Vs 3A - 20 x 20 • 2D (11/14) face down - 15 facing the game (sweeper) • On signal: A grubber kick towards score line, D2 stands up and sprints back to support • “15” picks up the ball and counter attacks • D1 & D2 tackle RUNNIG IN ATTACK • Go Forward • Chase the kick - Speed • Read the ball rebounds • Keep eyes on opposition • Communicate • Attack space quickly — confidence support ! COUNTER ATTACK • Trust in teammates & support • Communicate • One-on-one skills - Support skills • Cover back field - Take decisions ! Support Players in Counter Attack • Re-position for Support & Go forward • Provide options to ball carrier • Communicate • Attack space ! RUNNING IN DEFENCE • Run forward in anticipation of where play can be entered into • Read the ball rebounds • Communicate • Complement actions of partners 15 min ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 3 min QUICK SCISSOR - 2 Vs 2 - 20 x 10 m wide area • A1 Fix D1 & Pass to A2 • A2 Go forward between Defenders to bring and fix D2 • A2 screen pass to A1 who go on his back and score on the outside RUNNING in ATTACK • Scan the defence to adjust attacking space • A1 Fix defender on the outside • Make decisive change of direction • A2 fixes defender on the inside • Clean Soft pop-up for second pass • A1 runs flat on the back and take outside with pace and acceleration ! ! RUNNING in DEFENCE • Go forward to put pressure on A-Team Water Break P.O.A Gain Possession of Ball Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points ! P.O.D Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support Regain Possession Counter Attack KICKER SUPPORTER ! SWEEPER DISTRIBUTOR or PLAYMAKER PENETRATOR FINISHER ! !! Eventually: DECOY TACKLER REMARKS E - C - NYC Explanation & Demonstration of GRUBBER KICK before the drill. ! Warn players to be careful and avoid collisions with other player. ! Having said this, other players running for their ball is part of the learning situation. E Yes! ! Chaos triggers adaptation! P.O.A Gain Possession of Ball Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points ! P.O.D Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support Regain Possession Counter Attack Arrange next Session Area !17 FUNCTIONAL ROLES BALL CARRIER SUPPORTER PLAYMAKER PENETRATOR FINISHER ! Defence must “play the game” and react properly by trying to tackle the ball carrier. DEFENDER SUPPORT DEFENDER 20 min to Go NYC Session to be reviewed again - Some good phases Team Assessment After Session Session 4 Outline - HANDLING 2 TIME (mins) 10 min ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 10 min ACTIVITY TEAM DEVELOPMENT Team Play - No Kicking • 10 vs 10 • Tackle & Mall OK - NO Rucks • Kicking only on restart • Game situation with coaching support on the back Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS In ATTACK • Proper Alignment during all attacking phases. • Communicate • Go forward • PASS the ball in good condition • Apply P.O.A ! In DEFENCE • Communicate • Re-position the lines according to opposition • Proper mauls driving forward • Proper tackles • SUPPORT FUNCTIONAL ROLES REMARKS E - C - NYC P.O.A Gain Possession of Ball Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points ! P.O.D Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support Regain Possession Counter Attack BALL CARRIER SUPPORTER DISTRIBUTOR PLAYMAKER DECOY PENETRATOR FINISHER ! TACKLER DEFENDER SUPPORT DEFENDER Focus on: ! • Evasive running and passing for A Team • Flat defence for D. Team. C Flat defines not yet clear for all players TEAM PLAY • 2 halves of 5 min • Scrum not contested Players can experiment by themselves all KF identified during training. • Lineout without Lifters C ALL P.O.A & P.O.D Could use more kicks • Grubber kicks allowed • Kicking on restart 5 min WARM-DOWN • Slow jog while passing the ball • Stretch exercises on the pitch 2 min WRAP-UP Ask Q Next Session Theme RUGBY HOMEWORK: 1. FIND the P.O.D in Rugby 2. Memorise P.O.A Water Break BRING BACK ALL EQUIPMENTS & BALLS Post Session Self Reflection: I am not very happy with my coaching performance in terms of delivery. “Quick scissor” drill is too advanced for my players. Only a few could do it properly. On the other hand, It opens the door and open their eyes about attacking possibilities. !18 End of Session Overall Session Assessment >> C Equipment: Attacking Player 25 Cones - 2 Tackle Pads - 2 Tackle Bags Date & Time Saturday, March 29 - 10 A.M to 11: 30 A.M Location Shanghai Rugby F. Club (Pudong) Age Group Under 13 (11 - 12 Y. old) Coach Dani FAYNOT Nb of Players 20 Assistant Coach Andy G. (IRB L1) + 2 senior players Defending Player 10 Rugby Balls Rugby Ball Tel: *********** - dfaynot@Rugby.com Tackle Bag Tackle Pad Team Assessment After Session Session 5 Outline - CONTACT 2 TIME (mins) ACTIVITY Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS FUNCTIONAL ROLES REMARKS E - C - NYC SESSION GENERAL OUTLINE: A. TACKLING from BEHIND B. RUCKING C. SCRUMMAGING D. Introduction to LINEOUT - Starting attacks from Lineout. 2 min BRIEFING: Ask Questions Related to Session Targets Security Check 5 min ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 5 min 3 min WARM UP - “RABBIT BULLDOG” • ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 2 Areas of 10 x 10 m - All players on 4 foot :>) P.O.A Go Forward ! ! P.O.D Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support WARM UP Progression - TACKLE BAG Practice • 2 Tackle Bags - 3 m from starting cone • Start face down - On signal “Left” or “Right” SHOULDER FRONT TACKLE • Eyes up • Strong Stable Low • Target & Contact with shoulder on • Squeeze arms around • Brace on impact and drive with legs • Release bag • Get back to feet ASAP Water Break Arrange next Session Area !19 DEFENDER PENETRATOR !! !! !! !! !! E Very good participation TACKLER 75 minutes To Go Team Assessment After Session Session 5 Outline - CONTACT 2 TIME (mins) 12 min ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ACTIVITY TACKLE from BEHIND • 1 vs 1 - 10 x 5 m area • A1 Go forward - Pick the ball on the ground to score • D1 Chase A1 and tackle before A1 can score • After tackle, D pop-up ready to contest the ball • Both players back to starting line and swap roles Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS BALL CARRIER • Pick up the ball in one movement • Go forward with pace • Back to feet ASAP after tackle ! TACKLING from BEHIND • Chase ball carrier until diving distance • Wrap arms around hips/legs • Head on the side - Contact with shoulder • Squeeze arms tight and slide down ball carrier’s body • Tackler pulls arms towards him until ball carrier is on the ground • Finish on top of ball carrier • Pop-Up - Back to feet and contest ! !! Keep head on the side during the whole tackle 15 min RUCKS & ROLL 4A Vs 2D - 15 x 5 m wide area • • A1 Hit T-Pad 1, Drive with legs present the ball. A2 bind to form a Mall, A3 provides support and distribute the ball to A4 A4 Go forward and hit T-Pad 2 - A3 provide support and bind, A2 provides support and distribute to A1 score REMARKS E - C - NYC For safety, make sure Ball Carrier do not slow down after picking the ball. !!! Head Position Arrange 3 areas with assistant coach to maximise playing time. Need to speed up between phases and faster repositioning P.O.A Gain Possession of Ball Go Forward ! P.O.D Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support Regain Possession Counter Attack BALL CARRIER ! TACKLER C RUCKING • Ball carrier presents the ball in direction of the team ! Arriving players • Low Strong Stable position • Head & shoulder above hips at all time • Join ruck from the gate (behind foot of hindmost team mate bound to the mall • Clear the mall • Drive with legs behind the ball ! Supporting players outside the mall • Get Distributor in a proper position • Clearing pass to Playmaker • Go forward to next phase 3 min FUNCTIONAL ROLES Water Break P.O.A Gain Possession of Ball Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points ! P.O.D Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support Regain Possession Counter Attack BALL CARRIER SUPPORTER DISTRIBUTOR PLAYMAKER ! DEFENDER SUPPORT DEFENDER 45 min to Go !20 C Team Assessment After Session Session 5 Outline - CONTACT 2 TIME (mins) 12 min ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ACTIVITY SCRUM - INTRODUCTION - DISTRIBUTION • 3 VS 3 - No contest • STEP by STEP Explanation • Attacking Line & Defending Line • Each player must announce his FR • Free play to score Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS SCRUMMAGING 3 front Only • Strong stable position • Bind legally, strongly, safely, both horizontally • Perform correct sequence ! Scrum Half • Throw the ball straight down the middle Gain Possession of Ball Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points ! P.O.D INTRODUCTION to LINEOUT 7A Vs 3D - 10 x 20 m wide area • A1 Touch Throws - A2 & A3 Jump Catch Pass • A-Team Attacks the score line • D-Team Defends to regain Possession TROWING THE BALL • Stable stance - Feet outside shoulders • 2 hand grip on ball - Behind head, spinning towards target • 3 levels release: Back Overhead Front • Elbows tucked - Follow thru ! LINEOUT • Communicate • Effective 2 legs jump • Catch at full height — arm extended • Deliver ball accurately • Provide Support ! • • • • • • • • 3 min REMARKS E - C - NYC P.O.A Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support Regain Possession 10 min FUNCTIONAL ROLES ATTACKING from LINEOUT Communication Precision catching Clean Pass Fast Distribution Go Forward Receive ball while running with pace Attack Space Water Break BALL THROWER JUMPER / CATCHER SUPPORTER DISTRIBUTOR PLAYMAKER DECOY PENETRATOR FINISHER ! DEFENDER SUPPORT DEFENDER Detail sequence: 1. Crouch 2. Bind 3. Set ! Re-Explain: • Distance 5 m • Off-sides P.O.A Gain Possession of Ball Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points ! P.O.D Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support Regain Possession BALL THROWER JUMPER / CATCHER SUPPORTER DISTRIBUTOR PLAYMAKER DECOY PENETRATOR FINISHER ! DEFENDER SUPPORT DEFENDER A-TEAM • Precision catching • Clean Pass • Fast Distribution • Go Forward ! D-TEAM • Adjust defensive line positioning • Go forward 20 min to Go !21 C Scrum are ok, introduction ok but attacking/defending lines concept not yet clear. NYC Need more practice Team Assessment After Session Session 5 Outline - CONTACT 2 TIME (mins) 20 min ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 5 min ACTIVITY Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS FUNCTIONAL ROLES REMARKS E - C - NYC TEAM DEVELOPMENT Team Play - No Kicking P.O.A • 10 vs 100 0 2 halves of 10 min Gain Possession of Ball Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points • Scrum not contested • Lineouts without Lifters • Grubber kicks allowed • Kicking on restart • Tackle - Mall - Rucks OK • Game situation with coaching support on the back Players can experiment by themselves all KF identified during training. ! P.O.D Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support Regain Possession Counter Attack BALL CARRIER SUPPORTER DISTRIBUTOR PLAYMAKER DECOY PENETRATOR FINISHER ! TACKLER Focus on: ! • Evasive running and passing for A Team • Flat defines for D. Team. C OK BUT Some players are NOT in a FR at all timer. We need more involvement , not only with the ball. WARM-DOWN • Slow jog while passing the ball • Stretch exercises on the pitch 2 min WRAP-UP Ask Q Next Session Theme RUGBY HOMEWORK: 1. Pass, Kick & Catch everyday at home. 2. Practice push-ups with the ball at home (as practice during training session) Water Break BRING BACK ALL EQUIPMENTS & BALLS Post Session Self Reflection: Team is starting to follow some structured movement during Team play. This should always be my ultimate target. !22 End of Session Overall Session Assessment >> C Equipment: Attacking Player 25 Cones - 2 Tackle Pads - 2 Tackle Bags Date & Time Saturday, April 05 - 10 A.M to 11: 30 A.M Location Shanghai Rugby F. Club (Pudong) Age Group Under 13 (11 - 12 Y. old) Coach Dani FAYNOT Nb of Players 20 Assistant Coach Andy G. (IRB L1) + 2 senior players Defending Player 10 Rugby Balls Rugby Ball Tel: *********** - dfaynot@Rugby.com Tackle Bag Tackle Pad Team Assessment After Session Session 6 Outline - PHASE PLAY & CONTINUITY TIME (mins) ACTIVITY Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS FUNCTIONAL ROLES REMARKS E - C - NYC SESSION GENERAL OUTLINE: A. GAIN LINE - TACKLE LINE B. DRIFT DEFENCE C. COUNTER ATTACK 2 min BRIEFING: Ask Questions Related to Session Targets Security Check 5 min WARM UP - LINEOUT BALL CATCHING ! ! ! ! ! ! 1. 2 Teams of 6 - 15 x 10 m area 5 min • Lineout throw • Catch the ball, secure and pass = 1 point • First to 10 points 2. New objective: Catch behind Score line • Lineout throw • Catch or tap the ball, distribute and pass to score • Rules: 2 steps only - Pass any direction - No overhead pass TROWING THE BALL • Stable stance - Feet outside shoulders • 2 hand grip on ball - Behind head, spinning towards target • 3 levels release: Back Overhead Front • Elbows tucked - Follow thru ! LINEOUT • Communicate • Effective 2 legs jump • Catch at full height with arm extended • Deliver ball accurately ! • • • • • • 3 min Water Break ATTACKING from LINEOUT Communication Precision catching Clean Pass Fast Distribution Go Forward P.O.A Gain Possession of Ball Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points ! P.O.D Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support Regain Possession Counter Attack Arrange next Session Area !23 BALL THROWER JUMPER / CATCHER SUPPORTER DISTRIBUTOR PLAYMAKER DECOY PENETRATOR FINISHER ! Organise 2 playing area to maximise playing time DEFENDER SUPPORT DEFENDER 75 minutes To Go C ok Team Assessment After Session Session 6 Outline - PHASE PLAY & CONTINUITY TIME (mins) 10 min ACTIVITY EVASIVE RUNNING - SIDE STEP OR SWERVE • 3A & 2D - 15 x 10 m wide area • A1 run forward, fix D1, and choose to side step or veer away, then pass the ball to A2 or A3 • D2 sweep in the space of new attacking line to tackle • A2 (or A3) go forward, side step or veer away and pass to A3 (or A2) for scoring Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS BACK-LINE ATTACK • Communicate • Take space to isolate defenders • Align to give time to pass • Retain alignment as going forward • Draw opposition D before passing • Pass in front of next back (easy to catch — good vision) • Create gap before tackle line • Enter gap with pace • Put disorder and surprise D-Team • Accelerate through gap • Use support players ! BACK-LINE DEFENCE • Align with slight angle back • D outside shoulder to A inside shoulder • Defend space 12 min CATCHING & COUNTER ATTACK • 4 A Vs 3 Defender • Yellow kicks a high ball - Blue catches and counterattacks • All attacking combinations allowed but • ATTACKERS MUST GO FORWARD • Yellow puts pressure on Blue without full tackle ! PROGRESSION: Add DECOY ! P.O.D Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support Regain Possession E - C - NYC No tackle - Only try to catch attacking Opponent ! P.O.A Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points REMARKS PLAYMAKER PENETRATOR 1 & 2 DECOY FINISHER ! TACKLER SWEEPER Sweeper must keep enough space away from his defence to have time to tackle second attacking line. ! ALTERNATIVE: Use tackle Pads for defender to Hit Attackers. C Attack ok Defence positioning to be trained again ! Player should start to play with various options freely. COUNTER ATTACK • Trust in teammates & support • Communicate • One-on-one skills - Support skills • Cover back field - Take decisions !! P.O.A BACK-LINE DEFENCE • Align with slight angle back • Keep alignment moving forward • D outside shoulder to A inside shoulder • Run on angle from inside ball carrier • Tackle ball carrier with the ball • If player has passed: SUPPORT, run back ! 3 min FUNCTIONAL ROLES Water Break Gain Possession of Ball Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points ! P.O.D Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support KICKER ! CATCHER DISTRIBUTOR PLAY MAKER SUPPORT FINISHER ! Add: DECOY PENETRATOR Make players to realise that they need to run FORWARD with the ball or pass. ! DEFENDER SUPPORT DEFENDER 50 min to Go !24 NYC Easy for some players, very difficult for some! Team Assessment After Session Session 6 Outline - PHASE PLAY & CONTINUITY TIME (mins) 15 min ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ACTIVITY Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS PUSH UP the GAIN LINE - DRIFT DEFENCE • 20 x 30 m wide area - 1 cone every 5 m (gain line) • 5 A VS 4D • Clearing pass & Attack Going Forward to Gain territory • Defence Go forward and try to protect space • Attack must push the Gain Line forward each phase and score DRIFT DEFENCE • Deep alignment • Position on receiving shoulder (Attacker right shoulder in this case) • Go forward to regain space • Drift as a unit to push attacking team to touch line. ! RUNNING IN ATTACK • Keep eyes on “opposition” • Communicate • Change pace • Go forward & Attack space quickly with confidence and support • Target score line ! RUNNING IN ATTACK - SUPPORTING PLAYERS • Behind ball carrier - Communicate • Anticipate your role • Hands ready for pass or contact • Keep distance • Catch/pass continue support 12 min TOUCH MALL & TOUCH RUCK - SUPPORT PLAY • 6A Vs 4D - 15 x 20 m wide area - 5 Attempts to score • Players are free to pass or penetrate the defence • 2 players must bind without pushing before 3rd player decide to become Distributor or Playmaker CONTINUITY • Taking contact ONLY if cannot evade or pass • Go forward in contact situation • If contact is inevitable, force defender to make side on tackle and offload pass. • If offload not possible, go to the ground and present ball • Support players focus on CONTINUITY. • Provide options & Communicate ! ? ? 3 min ? ? CONTINUITY in DEFENCE • Go forward to Apply pressure and prevent territory gain. ! RUNNING IN DEFENCE • Run in anticipation of where play can be entered into. • Adjust to attacking team movement • Communicate • Complement actions of partners Water Break FUNCTIONAL ROLES REMARKS P.O.A Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points ! P.O.D Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support Regain Possession DISTRIBUTOR PLAYMAKER DECOY PENETRATOR FINISHER ! DEFENDER SUPPORT DEFENDER P.O.A Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points ! P.O.D Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support Regain Possession BALL CARRIER SUPPORTER DISTRIBUTOR PLAYMAKER DECOY PENETRATOR FINISHER ! DEFENDER SUPPORT DEFENDER Make player identify clearly Tackle Line & Gain Line ! 1 Coach focus on Attacking Team. ! 1 Coach focus on Drift defence with D. Team. Encourage A Team to use all side steps we practice in this session but also Passing combinations already practice in earlier sessions: Loop, Dummy pass, jump pass… ! Make sure D team is using flat defence formation. ! Arrange 2 areas to maximise player’s practice. 20 min to Go !25 E - C - NYC NYC Need more practice but not bad for a first time C Good job, good creativity Team Assessment After Session Session 6 Outline - PHASE PLAY & CONTINUITY TIME (mins) 10 min ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ACTIVITY Principles Of Attack P.O.D KEY FACTORS REMARKS E - C - NYC TEAM DEVELOPMENT Team Play - No Kicking P.O.A • 10 vs 10 Gain Possession of Ball Go Forward Provide Support Continuity Apply Pressure Score points • 2 halves of 10 min • Scrum not contested • Lineouts without Lifters • Grubber kicks allowed Players can experiment by themselves all KF identified during training. • Kicking on restart • Tackle - Mall - Rucks OK ! P.O.D Contest Possession Go Forward Apply Pressure Prevent Territory Gain Support Regain Possession Counter Attack • Game situation with coaching support on the back 5 min FUNCTIONAL ROLES BALL CARRIER SUPPORTER DISTRIBUTOR PLAYMAKER DECOY PENETRATOR FINISHER ! TACKLER Focus on: ! • Evasive running and passing for A Team • Flat defines for D. Team. E very good play WARM-DOWN • Slow jog while passing the ball • Stretch exercises on the pitch 2 min WRAP-UP Ask Q Next Session Theme RUGBY HOMEWORK: 1. Memorise P.O.D in Rugby 2. Rugby ball abs exercise at home (As practiced during training session) Water Break BRING BACK ALL EQUIPMENTS & BALLS End of Session Post Session Self Reflection: Ok session delivery from my part. However, I should have concentrate only on the drift defence drill as it was the first time my players were introduced to this concept, and spend more time on it. This session must be repeated for some parts of it. Team was having real fun during team play. After 6 sessions, I am getting more and more on the Key Factor which was one of my area of improvement. Keep it up! !26 Overall Session Assessment >> C
