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Perform the following passes to supportin space with sound technique: lateral,switch, loop, pop, clearing, chestHand catch effectively (link to KNT)SKILLS COMPETENCEATTACKING SKILLSSupport effectively through anticipationand reactionEffectively communicates with team matesto ensure good decision makingKicking - technically proficient in differenttypes of kick: punt, grubber, chip etc.Jump and catch the ball above headScan effectively to identify space toattackAttack space and / or beat defendersthrough evasive footworkShow knowledge of gain and tackle linesUnderstand the principle of counter attackUnderstand how to play with a basicstructureDEFENDING SKILLSHas effective individual tackle techniqueScan to identify attacking threats(link to KNT)Perform a safe and effective side, front-Understand different systems of defenceon and rear tacklefor tackling, drift and blitzGo forward individually in defenceUnderstand their specific role in defenceWork effectively in defensive chain of 3CONTINUITY SKILLSMakes correct decisions pre, during andPresent the ball correctly (link to KNT)post contactPass before contact through fixingSupport effectively through anticipationdefenderand reactionGet body behind defence to offloadEffectively communicates with team mates toensure good decision makingCONTACT SKILLSShow confidence in contact situationsIdentify threats to clear out at breakdownMaintain a strong body position pre,Maintain low, dynamic body position whenduring and post contactclearing outWork to stay on feet through dynamicUnderstand how and when to counter ruckleg drive to maintain forward momentumPresent the ball correctly (link to KNT)Understand the laws around the contact areaKICKING AND FIELDING SKILLSKicking - technically proficient inFielding - get into an effective body positiondifferent types of kickkeeping eyes on ballKicking - identify the right time to kickFielding - time jump and rotate body withe.g. into space, field position etchip leadingKicking - communicate kicking optionsFielding - understand positional role (scrumwith team mateshalf, back 3 etc)SET PIECE SKILLSUnderstands the role of the set piece as a restart and contest for possession as well as an opportunity to create space to attackSCRUMLINEOUTMaintain a strong and stable bodyThrow the ball accurately to a moving,shape during scrummagejumping playerUnderstand different binds that are usedOut-manoeuvre and out-jump an opponentPerform correct engagement sequenceCatch the ball above head whilst in the airUnderstand role once scrum is completeLift and support effectively then bring playerback to ground safelyWork with team to go forward toattack and defenceCommunicate with team to attackand defendDemonstrate competence in the stagespecific key factors of the hand catch /grab (refer to page 11 of guide)Demonstrate competence in the stagespecific key factors of the offload(refer to page 11 of guide)Understand role within different tacticaloptions - catch and drive, off-top, peelsUnderstand role once lineout is completeTEAMWORK SKILLSRecognise and attack / defend spacesUnderstand the team game plan and their rolewithin itKNT SKILLS COMPETENCEDemonstrate competence in the stagespecific key factors of ball presentation(refer to page 11 of guide)Demonstrate competence in the stagespecific key factors of individual tackletechnique (refer to page 11 of guide)128