This unit applies to current, junior or aspiring athletes who are competing in Rugby Union at a local or regional level. It may also apply to those in sports development or Rugby Union coaching roles.

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ELEMENT

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.

Required skills

communication skills on and off the field to:

determine other player's intentions and movements

communicate with the coach and clarify positions, tactics and strategies

seek feedback and instructions from team members, coaches, support staff and umpires

teamwork skills to:

encourage, support and back up team members

share the ball with others

respect other player's decisions

participate effectively in training activities

language and literacy skills to access, interpret and apply information about the rules and regulations of Rugby Union games and competitions

problem-solving skills to:

read play

predict the actions of other players

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

self-management skills to:

review and reflect on own foundation Rugby Union performance

organise time and priorities effectively

set short, medium and long term goals.

Required knowledge

legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe participation during Rugby Union activities and games

rules, regulations and policies of the Australian Rugby Union , including laws of the game and best practice codes

communication systems used between players, coaches, support staff and umpires during Rugby Union activities and games

self-reflection principles to enable effective self-evaluation for future improvement of tactics and strategies

foundation tactics and strategies of Rugby Union and how to use them in a game situation

psychological methods and techniques used in game preparation

positions and players of Rugby Union and their roles and responsibilities on the field, during games

equipment used in Rugby Union activities and games to enhance the development of tactics and strategies.

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 .

Guidance information for assessment

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.

Unit sector

Sport

This unit contains employability skills.