Evasion to Strategy
•Year 3
•Tag Rugby
•Check all belts have 2 tags attached securely
Alternative: Velcro strips, coloured scarves tucked in waistbands
Inflate to medium pressure for easier catching
Alternative: Foam rugby balls, size 3 footballs for easier handling
Mark try lines and playing area boundaries clearly
Alternative: Sports markers, rope boundaries
Distinguish attacking and defending teams clearly
Alternative: Team bands, different coloured tags
The rules that must be followed when a player is tagged in tag rugby
Passing the ball when prompted by a signal, teammate call, or game situation
Passing the ball towards your own try line, which is legal in rugby
Playing fairly, respecting opponents, and following rules with a positive attitude
The line that players must cross to score points in rugby
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Counting to 3 for passing time limit, understanding clockface directions for backwards passing, measuring distances
Understanding forces in ball flight, reaction time in responding to cues, body systems during exercise
Directional awareness, spatial relationships, mapping movement patterns across playing area
Teamwork and cooperation, managing emotions under pressure, respect for opponents, leadership skills
Move around perimeter for clear view of all activities, position near most challenging groups when needed
Watch for rule compliance, sportsmanship, safety, and skill development progression
Step in for unsafe play, rule clarification, technique correction, or conflict resolution
Use clear, exaggerated movements for technique, model positive language and sportsmanship consistently
Minimum 30m x 20m clear area for 4v2 games
Dry, even surface free from hazards, suitable for running and direction changes
Stop activity immediately on safety concern, assess injury, provide appropriate first aid or seek medical support
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