Kicks to restart and grubber kicks
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can kick the ball from a kick off and in open play to make progress past the gain line.
Key learning points
- Move: kicking the ball with the laces of the foot for greater accuracy and control over the direction of the kick.
- Move: follow through with an upward motion of the kicking leg to kick the ball higher.
- Think: pupils know that they need to be behind the kicker to be considered onside and able to chase down a kick.
- Feel: confidence to apply new skills in a competitive environment requires repeated practice.
- Connect: providing feedback to a teammate can help them identify their strengths and areas for development.
Keywords
Grubber kick - a low, bouncing kick that travels along the ground
Kick off - the kick used to start the game or restart after a try, can be a punt or drop kick
Gain line - an imaginary line drawn across the pitch at the point where the ball carrier was tagged or play last restarted
Common misconception
Pupils think that it is always best to pass when in a difficult situation.
Retaining possession through accurate kicks can at times make more yards than passing and being tagged.
Teacher tip
When practising kicking, ensure that all pitches are set up the same way so pupils are kicking in the same direction. It will be useful to do this lesson in an area with lots of space incase any kicks are less accurate or very powerful.
Equipment
1 rugby ball per 2 pupils, 30+ cones and 6 sets of 8 bibs
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.How many players in a team are involved in a scrum in T1 rugby?
Q2.When would a scrum take place?
Q3.How many players in a team stand in the line out to receive the ball?
Q4.Which answer best describes scrums and lineouts in T1 rugby?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.When do you take a kick off?
Q2.Which type of kick is a low, bouncing kick that travels along the ground?
Q3.Where is it useful to kick to?
Q4.When would you use a grubber kick in a game?
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