Ball Handling Skills

The "Ball Handling Skills" lesson plan aims to enhance the ball handling abilities of Year 10 rugby players through a series of drills and exercises that enhance passing accuracy, catching techniques, and ball control while highlighting the significance of hand-eye coordination and teamwork.

By Smart Moves
Part of Year 10 rugby players
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Lesson Steps

Overview
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Dynamic Stretching
2
Passing Accuracy
3
Catching Techniques
4
Ball Control Circuit
5
Scrimmage with Emphasis on Ball Handling
6
Static Stretching
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Lesson Overview

Ball Handling Skills

Today's lesson is designed to enhance the ball handling skills of Year 10 rugby players. The primary goal is to improve passing accuracy, catching techniques, and overall ball control. By focusing on developing hand-eye coordination and fostering effective communication among teammates, this session aims to elevate the players' ability to handle the ball effectively. Through a variety of drills and exercises, students will not only enhance their individual skills but also learn the importance of teamwork and coordination in the context of rugby.

Key Objectives

Lesson Plan Notes

Key Notes for Instructors:

  • Focus on improving passing accuracy, catching techniques, and ball control.
  • Emphasize the importance of hand-eye coordination in ball handling skills.
  • Encourage communication among teammates during drills and exercises.
  • Ensure all players are properly warmed up to prevent injuries.
  • Provide constructive feedback to help players improve their skills.

Equipment Required:

  • Rugby balls
  • Cones for marking drill stations
  • Whistles for signaling transitions
  • Training vests for team identification
  • First aid kit for emergencies
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Dynamic Stretching

Dynamic Stretching

Begin the session by leading the players through a series of dynamic stretches aimed at warming up their muscles and joints. Dynamic stretches involve moving parts of your body and gradually increasing reach, speed of movement, or both. These stretches help improve flexibility, range of motion, and blood flow to the muscles, preparing the players for the upcoming activities.

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Passing Accuracy

Passing Accuracy

Set up a passing accuracy drill where players must pass the ball to a partner within a designated area. This drill focuses on improving the precision and strength of passes. Encourage players to communicate with their partners to ensure successful passes. Emphasize the importance of proper technique, including hand positioning and follow-through. Provide feedback and corrections as needed to help players refine their passing skills.

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Catching Techniques

During this part of the lesson, players will focus on improving their catching techniques. Catching high balls and low passes are essential skills in rugby that require focus and coordination.

Players will work in pairs, taking turns to throw and catch the ball. Emphasize the importance of watching the ball into their hands and using soft hands to secure the catch.

Encourage players to position themselves correctly, adjust their body to meet the flight of the ball, and secure the catch by bringing it into their body securely.

Step by step guide
  1. Stand in a ready position with your knees slightly bent and your arms out in front of you.
  2. Focus on the ball, keeping your eyes on it as it comes towards you.
  3. Extend your arms towards the ball, creating a target for it to land in.
  4. As the ball reaches you, cushion its impact by slightly bending your elbows and wrists.
  5. Absorb the force of the ball by moving your body back slightly, allowing it to come to a controlled stop.
  6. Secure the ball by gripping it firmly with your hands and bringing it close to your body.
  7. Once you have caught the ball, maintain your balance and prepare to pass or run with it as needed.
Games
  • Game 1: Catching Relay

    Players will form two teams and line up parallel to each other, a set distance apart. Each team will have a ball to pass down the line.

    On the coach's signal, the first player from each team will pass the ball to the next player in line, who must catch it cleanly before passing it on. The ball continues down the line until it reaches the last player, who then runs to the front of the line to start the process again.

    The team that completes the relay first wins the game.

  • Game 2: Catching Tag

    Players will pair up, with one player designated as the "tagger" and the other as the "runner." The tagger will hold a ball.

    On the coach's signal, the runner will try to evade the tagger while moving around the playing area. The tagger's goal is to tag the runner with the ball. If the tagger successfully tags the runner, they switch roles.

    Players practice catching by trying to evade the tagger and catch the ball when thrown by the tagger.

  • Game 3: Catching Challenge

    Players will be divided into pairs, with one player throwing the ball and the other player catching it.

    Set up different catching challenges, such as catching the ball with one hand, catching while on the move, or catching high balls. Each pair takes turns attempting the challenges.

    Players can earn points for successful catches, and the pair with the most points at the end wins the challenge.

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Ball Control Circuit

Create a circuit with stations that target various aspects of ball control skills. At the first station, focus on dribbling techniques, challenging players to maintain control of the ball while maneuvering through obstacles. The second station can emphasize quick passes, requiring players to execute precise and rapid passes with their teammates. Finally, at the last station, emphasize ball protection by setting up scenarios where players need to shield the ball from defenders and maintain possession under pressure. Rotate players through these stations to enhance their overall ball control abilities and reinforce their skills in different game situations.
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Scrimmage with Emphasis on Ball Handling

Scrimmage with Emphasis on Ball Handling

Organize a scrimmage where players apply their ball handling skills in a game-like situation, emphasizing passing, catching, and communication.

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Static Stretching

Guide the players through a series of static stretches to help cool down their muscles and prevent injury. Encourage them to hold each stretch for about 20-30 seconds to effectively lengthen the muscles. Emphasize the importance of proper breathing and relaxation during this cool-down phase. This will aid in reducing muscle tension and promoting flexibility, ultimately aiding in the players' recovery process.
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