Flying V Passing Relay
Teams in V formation race to pass ball diagonally backwards down their line, with last player running to score a touchdown in timed relay format
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About This Activity
Teams in V formation race to pass ball diagonally backwards down their line, with last player running to score a touchdown in timed relay format
Quick Info
high
24
30m x 20m minimum - teams need 10-15m sprint distance to try line and 5m spacing between teams
Equipment Required
Rugby Balls
1 per team (4-6 balls typically) plus 2 spares
Cones
8-12 to mark try lines for each team
Stopwatch or timer
1
Whiteboard
1 (optional for recording scores)
Stopwatch
As needed
Whiteboards
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 9
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Tag Rugby
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Cones Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Respect
Features
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Skills
Team Play
Passing
Agility
Coordination
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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