Drawing Defenders and Support Play
Progressive drill teaching students to draw defenders before passing to create space for teammates, developing tactical attacking understanding
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About This Activity
Progressive drill teaching students to draw defenders before passing to create space for teammates, developing tactical attacking understanding
Quick Info
moderate
24
Multiple grids: 15m x 20m each. Total area 40m x 30m for 3-4 grids
Equipment Required
Rugby Balls
1 per grid plus spares (5-6 total)
Cones
30-40 for grid marking and static defenders
Tag Belts and Tags
1 belt per student, 2 tags each (30 belts, 60 tags)
Whiteboards with pens
1 per group (4)
Tag Belts
As needed
Whiteboard Pens
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 9
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Tag Rugby
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Tactics
Team Play
Passing
Decision Making
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Team Challenge
Progressive Challenge
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
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