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Tactical Planning Small-Sided Games

Small-sided tag rugby games (5v5 or 6v6) with structured tactical planning time, timeouts, and rotation to develop strategic thinking and application

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About This Activity

Small-sided tag rugby games (5v5 or 6v6) with structured tactical planning time, timeouts, and rotation to develop strategic thinking and application

Quick Info

high
24
Multiple pitches: 20m x 25m each, plus 3m buffer zones. Total area approximately 50m x 40m for 3 pitches

Equipment Required

Rugby Balls

1 per pitch plus 2-3 spares (5-6 total)

Cones

40-50 for multiple pitch markings

Tag Belts

1 per student (30-36)

Tags

2 per student (60-72)

Whiteboards with pens

1 per team (6-8 total)

Stopwatch or timer

1

iPads or tablets

2-4 (optional)

Bibs or coloured tags

Enough for team identification

Suitable For

Year 7
Year 9
Year 8

Suitable Sports

Tag Rugby

Activity Tags

Skills

Strategy
Tactics
Team Play
Decision Making

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment

Features

Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space
Outdoor

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Activity Type

Main Game
Skill Game

Values

Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation

Weather

All Weather