Big Question:

How does the unique shape of a rugby ball affect the way we handle, throw and catch it compared to round balls?

Key Objectives:

• • To develop ball handling skills demonstrating increasing control and accuracy
• • To understand how ball shape affects throwing and catching techniques

Big Question:

How can we use accurate passing and smart movement to keep possession of the ball in tag rugby?

Key Objectives:

• • To develop throwing and catching a rugby ball with increasing control
• • To identify when we were successful and what we need to do to improve

Big Question:

How can we use tagging rules to create fair and exciting games whilst developing our dodging and spatial awareness skills?

Key Objectives:

• • To understand and apply the fundamental rules of tag rugby in game situations
• • To develop dodging and evasion skills while respecting game boundaries

Big Question:

How do the forward pass and offside rules help make tag rugby fair and exciting for everyone?

Key Objectives:

• • To understand and apply the forward pass rule during gameplay
• • To demonstrate understanding of the offside rule and positioning

Big Question:

How can we work together as a team to keep possession and create scoring opportunities?

Key Objectives:

• • To be able to support a teammate when attacking by moving into effective positions
• • To understand and apply simple tactics to help the team maintain possession

Big Question:

How can changing direction quickly help your team score more tries?

Key Objectives:

• • To be able to dodge a defender and move into space when running towards the goal
• • To understand how warming up prepares the body for exercise

Big Question:

How can we work together as defenders to stop the attacking team from scoring?

Key Objectives:

• • To develop defensive positioning and movement skills
• • To understand and apply simple defensive tactics in game situations

Big Question:

How can we use everything we've learned about tag rugby to compete fairly and effectively in a tournament?

Key Objectives:

• • To apply tag rugby rules and tactics effectively in tournament play
• • To demonstrate good sportsmanship and fair play throughout competition