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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Participate in pre-game preparation sessions.
  2. Implement the game strategy and use tactics during a Rugby League game.
  3. Participate in post-game de-brief and evaluate the success of the game.

Required Skills

Required skills

communication skills on and off the Rugby League field to

actively participate in preactivity briefings

discuss play and predict players intentions and movements for own and opposition team members

use calls hand signals eye signals signs and other communication methods to interact with players ingame

discuss overarching game strategy team and individual player tactics with coaching staff to comprehend their use and implementation in Rugby League games

discuss and clarify the International Laws of Rugby League and how game strategies and tactics impact on compliant play

seek feedback and instructions from team members coaches support staff and referees

provide feedback on self and team performance in game strategy and player tactics

literacy skills to access interpret and comprehend the International Laws of Rugby League and the content of relevant player policies and procedures

numeracy skills to

calculate effective time use during drills activities and games

calculate the time remaining to implement or adjust game strategy and tactics during games

interpret basic game statistics

teamwork skills to

encourage and support team members

share the ball with others

respect other players decisions

participate effectively in team tactics during training activities and games

problemsolving skills to

determine the strengths and weaknesses of the opposition and respond with appropriate tactics during a game

respond appropriately to changing conditions during training and game situations

to resolve disputes related to the conduct or outcome of a game

selfmanagement skills to

review and reflect on own performance

organise time and priorities effectively

set short medium and long term goals

analytical skills to discuss and evaluate strengths and weaknesses of opposition team self other team players and to monitor self progression in the use of tactics

player tactical skills in attack and defence to participate in tactical Rugby League activities and game strategy at an intermediate level

Required knowledge

the existence and basic aspects of occupational health and safety legislation

terms and conditions that apply to player use of and behaviour at private and public Rugby League facilities and gyms

the essential elements of player policies procedures and codes to appropriately comply when participating in game strategy and tactical Rugby League activities

the complete content of International Laws of Rugby League and how game strategies and tactics impact on compliant play

the onfield roles and responsibilities of all Rugby League positions their interrelationships in game strategy and the tactics that apply to particular positions

the essential elements of overarching game strategy and the use of different strategies to meet differing intermediate game conditions

the essential elements of team and player tactics and the use of different tactics to meet differing intermediate game conditions

the key elements of psychological methods and techniques used for game preparation

the key characteristics and use of equipment used in intermediate level Rugby League drills activities and games to implement game strategy and tactics

the key characteristics and use of Rugby League game statistics

the essential elements and appropriate use of communication systems used by players coaches support staff and referees to interact during the implementation of game strategy and tactics in Rugby League play

selfreflection principles to enable effective selfevaluation for future improvement of tactical skills

Evidence Required

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

performs tactical skills at an intermediate level which are relevant to positional requirements and conditions on sufficient occasions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance

utilises knowledge of intermediate level game strategy tactical Rugby League skills and relevant rules regulations and policies when playing at an intermediate level

determines strengths and weaknesses of individual players and teams and psychologically prepares to apply tactics and strategies accordingly

communicates appropriately with team members coach referees and support staff throughout activities and games and responds to feedback

reviews own and teams performance to identify strengths and areas requiring improvement or modifications

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must also ensure access to

Rugby League training and competition facilities

equipment such as senior Rugby League training or match balls uniforms appropriate footwear and personal protective equipment

groups of intermediate level Rugby League players to train with and play against

a coach to instruct and address players

support staff such as physiotherapists and scorers

referees qualified to manage a match using the International Laws of Rugby League

International Laws of Rugby League

current relevant regulation player policies procedures and codes that apply to participation in Rugby League game strategy and tactical Rugby League activities

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 intermediate level Rugby League tactical skills during drills activities and games

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant rules regulations and policies and how game strategies and tactics impact on compliant play

evaluation of thirdparty reports from coaches or referees detailing performance

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

SISSRGLA Use intermediate level Rugby League game skills

SISSRGL201A Use intermediate level Rugby League game skills.

SISSRGLA Participate in conditioning for Rugby League

SISSRGL203A Participate in conditioning for Rugby League


Range Statement

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.

Strengths and weaknesses may relate to:

fitness components:

speed

agility

balance

endurance

strength

power

flexibility

height

weight

ability to successfully implement set team plays

ability to use deception and predication

skills in attack and defence .

Drills, activities may involve:

developing tactical skills through appropriate sequencing of skills

progressive skill acquisition in Rugby League tactics

progressive development of team game strategy

breaking down game strategy and tactical skills

coordinated positional plays

modifying game strategy and tactical skills

warm ups and cool downs

grid work.

Game strategy may involve:

roles of individual players in the game strategy

patterns of play in attack and defence :

up and in

slide

attacking systems of play

defending systems of play

set team plays:

orthodox

unorthodox

varying use of space - concepts of width and depth

situational plays

positions and match-ups

situational kicking in games

percentage football

identifying strengths and weaknesses of opposition game strategies and tactics and development of counter tactics.

Tactics may involve:

attack and defence

impulse plays

use of structured plays

moving the ball wide

tackling types and styles

scrummaging tactics and set plays from a scrum

positional play in line of attack

positional play in defensive line

field positioning to generate a try

field positioning to generate a field goal

use of angles

use of fast or slow paced play-the-balls

plays to maximise weaknesses in opposition team plays

plays to counter strengths in frequently used opposition team plays

counter tactics to diminish or negate opposition player strengths.

Communication systems may include:

calls

hand signals

eye signals

signs

nods

gestures

codes for different plays.

Psychological techniques may include:

goal setting

visualisation

imagery

relaxation techniques

intrinsic motivation

extrinsic motivation

focusing.

Regulations may relate to:

occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation

terms and conditions of permits from land management authorities or local councils

terms and conditions of authorities or permissions from Rugby League clubs or associations

environmental protection regulations.

Policies and procedures may involve:

risk management

safety

management of past, current or recurring injuries and illnesses

conflict resolution

communication protocols

use, care and maintenance of equipment and field

training and scheduling commitments

Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy

Australian Sports Commission Junior Sport policy

Australian Rugby League Anti-doping Policy

Australian Rugby League Code of Conduct.

Statistics may include:

playing statistics for own team and opposition

penalties

errors and turnovers

completion rates

tries scored and manner in which tries are scored

tackle counts.