Tap and Pass

Learning Outcomes

Description Of Activity

Movement skills/concepts

Tap and pass to a moving target, receiving a pass while moving.

Set-up

• Rugby balls.
• Grass or hard surface area.
• Groups of four: three stand in a line, while Player 1 stands out in front and to one side with the ball; all face the same way.

Activity

When Player 1 taps the ball on the ground, Player 2 runs, takes a pass from Player 1, runs a few paces, and returns the pass. Player 1 then taps for Player 3 to run, while Player 2 continues on to rejoin the line at the back.

Can you see …?

• passing in front of the runner
• relaxed hands
• running onto the ball

You could ask …

Where do you aim to pass the ball to the runner?

Variations

Increase difï¬culty: Players pass over a longer distance. Vary equipment and skills: Use a different type of ball and pass.    

Equipment/Material Required