Rugby

Rugby

We follow a rolling programme in the Autumn Term to Years 3 to 6. In order to build on and reinforce key skills, and competitive values, we follow a similar programme for all year groups building on the previous years’ skill base.

At the beginning of every year, the boys are reassessed that there is healthy internal movement between teams and the individual improvement is acknowledged.

Each child will regularly represent the school in competitive matches irrespective of ability through a diverse fixture list. Sporting values are taught explicitly to all boys regardless of ability.

Key objectives:

Defending

Tackling

Passing

Catching

Attacking and Counterattacking

Positional Play

Small Sided Games

Preparation for internal and external competitive matches

Technical rugby skills, such as rucking, scrummaging, etc where age appropriate.

Boys are taught in small groups with a high adult to child ratio at the UCS Sports Ground at Farm Avenue, NW2 2BH.

It is a health and safety requirement that boys have the required equipment: Gumshields and studded boots (for grass) as well as the correct school house kit is required for the boys to be allowed to take part in the days training.

Rugby is supplemented by regular fixtures against other local schools and assorted tournaments. There is a Rugby Tour for Years 5 and 6 during the Autumn Term.

UCS Rugby Results