primary Intra-school/Level 1 Resource - competition card Rugby union - Quick introduction any directional tag This is a non-contact, any directional game where the aim of the game is for the team in possession to ground the ball on or over the opposition try line. Getting started ■■ A try is scored by a pass being made to a player who is stood at the opposition’s try line or who runs over the opposition’s try line without being tagged and grounds the ball. ■■ The game starts with a free pass from the centre. ■■ All passes must be caught. If they are dropped, go out of play or are touched by a defender then the ball is given to the defending team, who then become the attackers. Rugby union - any directional tag Hints and tips Task ■■ Adjust team numbers to balance play; for example, ■■ Consult the End Ball card for more details. 9v7 or 10v6. ■■ Try to avoid certain individuals dominating the game. ■■ Play without tags; substitute light touch on the waist. ■■ If there are not enough tags, try playing touch rugby. Equipment ■■ If needed, use lightweight or sponge ball until players Leadership and volunteering are more confident. opportunities People ■■ Vary team numbers; for example, 4v4, 5v5 or 6v6. ■■ Young people could referee and keep score. ■■ Wheelchair users should play on a hard surface. ■■ Captains, managers and coaches of teams could be appointed. ■■ NOTE: in team games, changes may make it easier for one team and harder for the other; decide where ■■ Equipment managers could look after the equipment support is needed most. and help set out the pitches. Officiating www.youRschoolgames.com www.youRschoolgames.com ■■ Study the rules above and try to blow for: ■■ ball out of play ■■ ball touching the floor ■■ contact. Think inclusively (STEP) Space www.youRschoolgames.com www.youRschoolgames.com ■■ Increase or decrease the size of the playing area; larger encourages mobility, smaller more interaction. ■■ Players who have mobility impairments can play in a tackle-free zone where they can focus on receiving and passing the ball. www.youRschoolgames.com www.youRschoolgames.com www.youRschoolgames.com www.youRschoolgames.com primary Intra-school/Level 1 Resource - competition card Rugby union - any directional tag Health and safety Quick rules Equipment required ■■ Ensure the area is large enough and ■■ 1 rugby ball per 16 players (8v8). ■■ This is a non-contact game. separated from other areas of play. ■■ 50 cones (pitch marking). ■■ A player can run with the ball until tagged. ■■ Players should all warm up first. ■■ 8 bibs per 16 players. ■■ Only the ball carrier can be tagged. ■■ Pitch size 10 x 15m or 15 x 25m. ■■ Once tagged the ball carrier must pass the ball within three steps or three seconds. ■■ Once tagged the tag must be reattached to the belt before rejoining the game. ■■ The tagging player can only tag one player at a time and must hand the tag back to the attacker before resuming play. ■■ The ball may be passed in any direction. ■■ The ball cannot touch the ground in the playing area. ■■ The ball cannot leave the playing area. ■■ If the ball goes out of play, touches the floor or contact is made the game restarts with a free pass to the non-offending team. For young people Think tactics Why would you pass before being tagged? Spirit of the Games: Excellence through Competition Once tagged did you ensure you www.youRschoolgames.compassed the ball within three seconds www.youRschoolgames.com or three steps? www.youRschoolgames.com www.youRschoolgames.com www.youRschoolgames.com www.youRschoolgames.com www.youRschoolgames.com www.youRschoolgames.com.