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Perform foundation level Rugby Union tactics and strategies

Perform foundation level Rugby Union tactics and strategies

Unit of competency
National Code
SISSRGU202A
State Code
D6620
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
28/11/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/10/2014
Field of Education
092101 - Sport And Recreation Activities
Original Release Date
14/10/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to perform the tactics and strategies of Rugby Union at a foundation level. This unit focuses on the development and performance of Rugby Union tactics and strategies at a foundation level through participation in activities, discussions and games.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Participate in pre-game preparation sessions.
  • 1.1. Identify the foundation tactics and strategies to be developed in consultation with the coach and other players.
  • 1.2. Determine appropriate psychological methods and techniques in pre-game preparation.
  • 1.3. Analyse strengths and weaknesses of individual opposition players and identify counter strategies.
  • 1.4. Develop individual and team game plans.
  • 1.5. Identify the role of the coach and support staff regarding tactics for training, team preparation, game situations and the Rugby Union environment.
2. Implement tactics during a Rugby Union game.
  • 2.1. Apply agreed tactics and strategies to counter strengths and weaknesses of own players and opposition players.
  • 2.2. Implement identified game plans in a safe manner, according to Rugby Union rules, regulations and policies, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  • 2.3. Identify statistics for team and players and implement relevant adjustments where required.
  • 2.4. Maintain effective communication with team members and coach in order to develop own and team performance.
3. Participate in post-game analysis and follow-up.
  • 3.1. Review foundation tactics and strategies practiced throughout activities and games, and identify strengths and areas requiring improvement.
  • 3.2. Debrief on game and analyse strengths and weaknesses of own players and opposition players in relation to field positioning and match-ups for future referral.
  • 3.3. Record and analyse game and players statistics, and use to inform future training and preparation for games.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Foundation tactics and strategies may include:
line outs
scrums
re-starts
starter moves
penalties
free kicks
patterns of play in attack and defence
decision making
statistics and decision making
game plans for teams and individuals
influence of weather and ground conditions.
Psychological methods and techniques may include:
goal setting
visualisation
relaxation techniques
motivation techniques
focusing
creating values.
Strengths and weaknesses may include:
height
weight
speed
passing
accuracy
ability to successfully implement team plays
ability to use deception and prediction.
Game plans may include:
go forward
support
continuity
defence
individual or team
set plays
targeting opposition players
style of play
situational plays.
Rules, regulations and policies may include:
InternationalRugbyBoardlaws
best practice codes of conducts, such asAustralian Rugby Union Code of Conduct
policies of the Australian Rugby Union , such as anti-doping policy
Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy.
Relevant legislation may include:

occupational health and safety (OHS)
permits from land management authorities and or local council
authority or permission from land owners and or Rugby Union clubs
anti-doping policy
harassment-free sports policies.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
OHS
conflict resolution
communication protocols
use, care and maintenance of equipment and field
training and scheduling commitments
code of ethics.
Statistics may include:
penalties
errors or turnovers
line-outs
scrums
turnovers
tackles
missed tackles
penalties
metres gained or lost
defence or missed tackles
off loads
number of rucks
number of mauls
number of phases.
Effective communication may include:
calls
hand signals
eye signals
signs
nods
codes for player's names
codes for different plays.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
utilises knowledge and interpretation of tactics and strategies of Rugby Union , rules, regulations and policies to develop and follow game plans, and apply the tactics and strategies applicable to different positions at a foundation level
determines strengths and weaknesses of individual players and teams and psychologically prepares to apply tactics and strategies accordingly
performs tactics and strategies relevant to position and conditions at an accuracy rate of at least 70%
communicates appropriately with team members, coach, umpires and support staff throughout activities and games, and responds to feedback
reviews own and team's Rugby Union performance to identify strengths and areas requiring improvement and or modifications.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure performance of tactics and strategies relevant to position and conditions at an accuracy rate of at least 70% on sufficient occasions to demonstrate competence and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
Rugby Union training and competition facilities, with marked out fields
groups or teams of foundation Rugby Union players to play with and against
a coach to instruct and address players
suitably qualified umpires
support staff, such as trainers
equipment, such as a Rugby Union ball, rugby posts, uniforms, mouthguards and pads
rules and regulations such as the Australian Rugby Union laws book and the Australian Rugby Union Code of Conduct
current relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures that impact on the conduct of activities and games.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of performance of tactics and strategies at an accuracy rate of at least 70% during activities and games
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of rules, regulations and policies of the Australian Rugby Union and their application to performance
reports from a coach or umpire detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISSRGU201A Perform foundation level Rugby Union skills
SISSRGU203A Participate in conditioning for Rugby Union .