LTPDst3cover.qxd (Page 1) - Scottish Rugby Union

KICKINGActivity Kick to turfObjective To develop kicking technique, accuracy of kick and ability identify space.Key Factors1. Identify space and communicate.2. Keep core switched on and over ball.3. Keep square, foot, hips, shoulders head to target.4. Keep momentum moving forward.5. Stretch hands towards ball and Keep elbows in.6. Get into position quickly.Equipment RequirementsBalls 1 per group Bags n/a Area 30m x 20mCones 1 stack Suits n/a Players 2 per pitchShields n/a Bibs n/a Time 10-15minsPractice DescriptionSet up a pitch with two squares at either end with four coloured cones in each box.The practice starts by player trying to kick the ball into space.After the kick, the coach will shout a colour and the player must touch this coloured conebefore trying to field the next kick.If the kick lands in space or the ball is dropped, a point is given to the player thatkicked it.The area in middle is a dead zone and if ball lands in this zone it is a point to the nonkicking player.30m20mSET-UP DIAGRAMPractice Progression / RegressionsProgress by increasing the size of the pitch.Progress by calling out two cones to touch before fielding ball.Progress by only giving a point to the kicker if they hit the grass (e.g if fielding player getsslightest of touch on it then no point to kicker).Regress decreasing size of pitch.Regress by not calling out a colour.75