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Coaching safe and creative ways to fall

Coaching safe and creative ways to fall

Coach learning researcher and rugby coach DR ANNA STODTER explains how to develop contact confidence at a pace that suits the players in ...
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Five ways to build players' confidence

Five ways to build players' confidence

MASON DAVIES on giving youngsters the tools to learn.
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Preparing players for larger pitches

Preparing players for larger pitches

Field sizes and player numbers increase as you move through age grades – here are tips on maximising the opportunities this presents.
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Performance feedback to boost development

Performance feedback to boost development

In-session feedback is a powerful way to improve development and performance. It’s called augmented feedback and Chris Stabler explains h...
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Using ruck pads for all the right reasons

Using ruck pads for all the right reasons

Dial up the intensity and reduce the physical load? Or go player-to-player? It all depends on what you want to work on and when, says AND...
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Disrupt opponents with an 'attack dog'

Disrupt opponents with an 'attack dog'

Sevens defenders must judge when to cut off the attack’s options and ’go get’ the space. JAMIE BARNWELL, of MLR team FreeJacks, puts this...
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Attacking framework - part 3: scrum

Attacking framework - part 3: scrum

RICHARD WHIFFIN on establishing a sound structure to utilise at the set piece.
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Pump the brakes? Or step on the gas pedal?

Pump the brakes? Or step on the gas pedal?

Silicon Valley Rugby’s SEAN LINDERSMITH on determining the pace of a session.
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Rugby Coach Weekly Issue 192

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Rugby Coach Weekly Issue 192
Issue 192 out now, featuring the best of 2024, including:
  • Attacking framework
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    Why parents are not your 'shark problem'

    Why parents are not your 'shark problem'

    Culture consultant JP NERBUN on reshaping a mindset on relationship building.
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    Emergency sessions

    Emergency sessions

    OLLIE TODD, head of rugby at Box Hill School, outlines three games you can set up if you suddenly find yourself having to run or modify one ...
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    The three primary principles of passing

    The three primary principles of passing

    Hartpury Bucs Women’s 2s head coach JAYNE ISHERWOOD explains the core passing skills that should be in every session. Focus on one ...
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    Plan for interactions at crucial moments

    Plan for interactions at crucial moments

    Knowing what to say and when can help develop players, says GREG MANNION.
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    Unopposed runs: A necessary evil?

    Unopposed runs: A necessary evil?

    Are unopposed rugby runs essential for player development or just a coaching crutch? Discover diverse expert insights.
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    Realistic turnovers and feeding the wingers

    Realistic turnovers and feeding the wingers

    Editor Dan Cottrell adds further context to two activities.
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    Intense defence

    Intense defence

    As a defence tires, the attack should become more successful. But if a defence starts well, it can find sources of energy to make sure they ...
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    'T' for tackling

    'T' for tackling

    Use this full session to build up the right footwork to make strong tackles, both on an individual basis and within a team context.
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    Wicked warm-ups

    Wicked warm-ups

    Get your session buzzing with these warm-up activities. By using games, chaos and movement, players use the key physical literacy skills in ...
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    Turnover: One, two - attack!

    Turnover: One, two - attack!

    Builds on the tactic of clearing the ball from the danger area with two passes. The final game adds the key factor of not knowing when the ...
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    3 ways to feed the wingers

    3 ways to feed the wingers

    Sometimes, your wide players want the ball but it seems to get trapped with the centres. RCW editor Dan Cottrell explains three of the ...
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    Overnight success

    Overnight success

    Coaching twice in two days reveals a powerful lesson: simplicity drives clarity, progress, and lasting player development.
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    Miss pass: the devil's skill

    Miss pass: the devil's skill

    Editor Dan Cottrell adds further context to two activities.
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    What do players want from your sessions?

    What do players want from your sessions?

    Understanding what players look for will help you to design more effective and enjoyable experiences. By Gary Townsend, head of rugby at S...
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    Unopposed: the pros and the pitfalls

    Unopposed: the pros and the pitfalls

    Is a team run without opposition a necessary evil? Experienced schools and club coach Bill McDonald considers the upsides and downsides of ...
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    Perfect miss passes

    Perfect miss passes

    When executed at the right time, miss passes release attackers – but, too often, they allow the defenders to drift out and push the ...

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