Coaching the XV a side Game UKCC Level 2 WELCOME BACK TO DAY 3 Welcome BACK – DAY 3

Using a “Round” In your tutor group and with your C.E. recap on your learning from Day 2

Ready for your session? In your tutor groups, discuss your session plan with your buddy Identify any areas you would like clarification on and discuss as necessary with your CE and the group

Practical Delivery Tackle competence delivery Delivery of one of your prepared sessions on ‘Play from........ C.E. to choose each individual’s task Supported by ‘Buddy’ where possible

LUNCH – until 1.15pm Reflections Reflections /group ‘round’ on learning from this morning LUNCH – until 1.15pm

Defence

Backline Defence Aim: To reduce attackers’ options by denying them time and space To regain possession of the ball To tackle well in order to initiate attack Method: Correct alignment from all phases of play Offensive tackling Communications especially between Back Row & Backline Each player knowing his defensive role Confidence

Drift Defence S ATTACK DEFENCE 5m 9 10 14 11 13 12 15 7 15m 15m 5m 5m In an Drift defence, once the ball has passed the defender`s zone he should continue to push forward into the space inside the ball carrier. If this shape is maintained for at least 2 zones inside the ball, then it will be possible to defend against any inside passes or switch(es). Defenders must always resist the temptation to follow the ball and be alert to defending the space inside as well as outside the ball. Defenders closest to the scrum or lineout must lead and develop this shape. This is usually the fly-half who, after addressing the immediate threat in front of him, then leads the defensive line forward. Many teams now have good defensive shape leading from the first defender, which is why attacking teams often attack the ‘seam’ of the defence (the space inside the fly-half). It is also the space where the attackers are nearest to the gain-line and more likely to get some ‘go forward’ rugby. In an Drift defence, maintaining good, equal spacing is vital as the defensive line moves forwards and sideways. However, equal spacing does not mean that every space between the defenders is the same. It should be equal to the spacing of the attackers – or at least organised so that all the attacking threats are covered. 15m ATTACK DEFENCE 5m 5m 22m 10m Half Way 10m 22m 5m

Man on Man S ATTACK DEFENCE 5m 15m 9 10 14 11 13 12 15 15m 5m 5m 22m Half Way 10m 22m 5m

Defence Clips of Drift and Man on Man defence or Practical outside

C.E to allocate tasks on scrum In Groups of five, deliver your 5 minute session on the Scrum based on 1 of the following allocated focuses. 1, 2 and 4 also including the put in and strike 1, 6 and 4 including square hips and the left shoulder 2, 3 and 5 focusing on the tight head 3, 5 and 7 focusing on tight head and symmetry Engagement sequence 2v1 and 2v2  Include No 8 where and when appropriate.

Delivery of allocated tasks on the lineout Deliver your 5 minute session on Lineout Throw in Movement to lose an opponent including communication to hooker Jump, catch and delivery to Scrum half (while landed) Binding of support after landing Two handed delivery off the top of the lineout Peel Lifting technique (all)

What Next For You? DON’T STAND STILL! Continue to Plan, Do Review Your Coaching – you owe it to your players! Regularly attend Continuous Personal Development run in your area Spend time coaching and gain more experience. Keep checking the rfuca.com website for new material CPD modules and recommended websites can be found at the back of your workbooks – page 62

While you wait for your 1:1 Revisit your ‘mixing desk’(graphic equaliser) Have a look at, and tick any aspects you feel confident about on the Coach development template (Page 58). This may help you identify some areas for development. Make some notes on your personal action plan (Page 59) in preparation for your 1 to 1 with your Coach Educator.

Have a safe journey home. Enjoy your coaching 1 to 1 with your Coach Educator Following your 1 to 1 and your final action plan you are free to go home. All the staff hope you have enjoyed the course and wish you every success both on and off the field of play. Have a safe journey home.