Tag Rugby - Lesson 5

Year 5 students are set to enhance their team tactics in Lesson 5 of the Tag Rugby series from Striver Lesson Plans. The session aims to develop the pupils' ability to make strategic decisions and demonstrate tactical awareness on the field. The lesson kicks off with a warm-up activity that emphasizes communication among teammates. In this exercise, pupils are divided into pairs, linking arms as they attempt to traverse a rectangular area without being tagged by defenders. This is designed to encourage teamwork and strategic thinking as they navigate the best route to success. To add complexity, gates can be introduced, and points can be awarded for passing through them, turning it into a competitive challenge.

The main part of the lesson involves playing a full game of tag rugby, with a focus on attacking tactics. Pupils explore different game scenarios, such as beginning with possession in the middle of the pitch or starting close to the opposition's try line. They are encouraged to discuss and experiment with various tactics, considering how the positioning of defenders might influence their strategy. This reflective approach gives them the opportunity to adapt and refine their play. The session wraps up with a cool-down activity called Spinning Catch, where pupils form a circle and rotate, with one player in the middle calling out names and passing the rugby ball to the named player, who then takes their place in the centre. This game prompts further discussion on how different starting positions on the field can affect the team's approach to the game.