Defensive Width and Offside Understanding
Players learn to defend across the width of the pitch and understand the offside rule through controlled practice
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About This Activity
Players learn to defend across the width of the pitch and understand the offside rule through controlled practice
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Cones
8-12
Bibs
10-15
Rugby ball
1
Rugby Balls
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Suitable Sports
Tag Rugby
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Skill Progression
Competition
Non-Competitive
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Skills
Positioning
Game Sense
Defensive Skills
Equipment
Bibs Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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