2.

0 Key Teaching Points

2.1 Roll Ball
Position on the mark
The player with the ball faces the opposing teams touchdown zone
The ball is placed on the ground between the feet (preferably the ball is stationary, although it may
roll backwards to a maximum of 1m).
The player steps over the ball

2.2 Passing the Ball
Hold the middle of the ball with thumbs on top and dingers underneath
Swing the ball across the body with both hands and elbows slightly bent
The head leads the rotation of the upper body towards the receiver
Release the ball and follow through in the direction of the pass

2.3 Running with the ball
Carry the ball in two hands in front of the body

2.4 Scoring
Cross the score line
Bend the knees and lower the body
Use both hands to place the ball on the ground

2.5 Effecting a touch/ Effecting a touch by a defender
Be positioned to one side of the ball carrier to reduce evasion options
Look at the waist or lower trunk of the ball carrier
Move towards the ball carrier and slow down slightly
Touch the ball carrier with a ‘light tap’ and call out either ‘yes’ or ‘touch’
















 2.6 Running Pass
Preparation
- Ball is held with two hands on either side with fingers spread and elbows bent slightly
- Body is balanced with the outside leg forward and the body turned towards the receiver.
- Eyes are looking towards the target
- Ball is carried in front of the body
Execution
- Upper torso rotates to swing the ball across the front of the body
- Weight is transferred onto the foot closest to the target
- Velocity and angle of pass is appropriate to a distance required
- Flexion of the wrists directs the ball towards the receiver
Conclusion
- Follow through is balanced with fingers pointed towards the receiver
- Ball travels backwards with a flat trajectory
- Ball is received by team mate between the height of shoulders and waist.
- Receiver is able to run onto the ball
- Player repositions and is available for the next pass

2.7 Lateral Pass
Preparation

- Ball is held with two hands on either side with fingers spread
- Body is balanced with the outside leg forward and the body turned towards the receiver
- Eyes are looking towards the target
- Ball is carried in front of the body

Execution
- Upper torso rotates to swing the ball across the front of the body
- Weight is transferred onto the foot closest to the target
- Velocity and angle of pass is appropriate to distance required
- Flexion of the wrists directs the ball towards the receiver
Conclusion
- Follow through is balanced with fingers pointed towards the receiver
- Ball travels backwards with a flat trajectory
- Ball is received by team-mate between the shoulders and waist
- Team mate is able to run onto the ball
- Player repositions and is available for a pass

2.8 Catch
Preparation
- Body is balanced with feet shoulder width apart
- Arms slightly flexed with palms facing inwards at waist level
- Body position is adjusted relative to player passing the ball and flight of the ball
- Flight path of the ball is followed all the way into the hands
Execution
- Hands are extended with fingers spread and pointing in the direction of the ball
- Fingers and elbows flex on impact to absorb force
- Ball is caught towards the midline of the body
Conclusion
- Ball is guided into control with a ‘giving’ action
- The next pass or movement is anticipated

2.9 Half Pass (Long Ball)
Preparation
- Outside foot is placed near the ball
- Ball is held with two hands on either side with fingers spread and elbows slightly bent
- The player looks at the receiver after securing the ball
- Base of support is wide and balanced with inside foot towards the receiver
Execution
- A single movement is used to swing the ball from the ground
- Upper torso rotates to swing the ball across the front of the body
- Velocity and angle of pass is appropriate to the distance required
- Weight is transferred onto the foot closest to the target
Conclusion
- Follow through is balanced with fingers pointed towards the receiver
- Ball travels backwards and spirals with a flat trajectory
- Ball is received by team-mate between the shoulders and waist
- Team-mate is able to run onto the ball
- Player repositions and is available for a pass

2.10 Half Pass (Pop)
Preparation
- Base of support is wide and the ball is swung across the body
- Outside foot is positioned near the ball
- Inside foot is facing towards the receiver
- Hips and knees flex to allow for pick-up of the ball
Execution
- The ball is secured with both hands
- Relative position of team-mate receiving the pass is monitored
- Ball is directed through flexion of the wrists
- Ball is flicked slightly backwards into space for the oncoming runner
- Velocity and angle of pass is appropriate to the distance required
Conclusion
- Follow through is balanced with fingers pointed towards the receiver
- Ball travels backwards
- Ball floats or ‘hangs’ with no spin
- Ball is received by team-mate between the shoulders and waist
- Team-mate is able to run onto the ball
- Player repositions and is available for a pass













 2.11 Effecting a Touch – Attacker (Dump/Rollball)
Preparation
- Balance is maintained by lowering body position
- Body is positioned to one side of the defender
- The player decelerates in anticipation
- Eyes are focused on the hips of the defender
Execution
- Knees and the hips flex to lower the base of support
- Ball is controlled in a secure position
- Hand nearest the defender is extended to initiate the touch on opponent with minimal force
- Touch is effected at hip height
Conclusion
- Ball is controlled to the ground just in front of or between the feet that are parallel to the
sidelines
- Player steps forward and square over the ball
- Player repositions and is available for a pass

2.12 Dummy Pass
Preparation
- Ball is held with two hands on either side and with fingers spread
- Body is balanced with outside leg forward and body turned towards the receiver
- Eyes are looking towards the target and peripheral vision is used to demonstrate awareness of
opposition
- Ball is carried in front of the body
Execution
- Ball is swung across the front of the body
- Full range of motion of the upper torso is used to achieve deception
- Arms are fully extended as if the ball is going to be passed
- Acceleration occurs as the dummy is completed
Conclusion
- Ball is held firmly and returned to normal carrying position
- Opponent is successfully deceived
- Player shows awareness of further options

2.13 Evading Side Step
Preparation
- Balance is maintained during the run
- Control of the ball is maintained
- A slight step to the side establishes a wider base of support and forces defender to commit to a
lateral movement
Execution
- Body weight is transferred towards the stepping leg
- The body feints towards the stepping side
- Knee is extended to achieve a push off the ball of the foot in the opposite direction
- Shoulders are rotated slightly away from opponent
Conclusion
- Acceleration is away from the opponent at a new angle
- Defender is out of position
- Player shows awareness of further options


 2.14 Spiral Pass
Preparation
- Outside-hand is nearer to the rear of the ball whilst the inside hand is near the front
- Body is balanced with outside leg forward and body turned towards the receiver
- Eyes are looking towards the target
Execution
- Inside leg steps towards the target
- Front end of the ball is pointed slightly higher towards the receiver and swung across the front
of the body with two hands
- As the ball is delivered the outside hand rotates over the ball to impart spin
- Velocity and angle of pass is appropriate to the distance required
- Wrist flexion directs ball backwards towards the receiver
Conclusion
- Follow through is balanced with fingers pointing towards the receiver
- Ball travels with a flat trajectory
- Ball is received by team-mate between the shoulders and waist
- Team-mate is able to run onto the ball
- Player repositions and is available for a pass


2.15 Scoring
Preparation
- Location of score line is identified
- Acceleration towards the score line
- Body leans forward in preparation to lower the body
- Knee and hip flexion lowers the body
Execution
- Arms and body stretch downwards reaching on or beyond the score line
- Ball is held securely in one or two hands
Conclusion
- Downward pressure is applied to the ball once on or over the score line
- Balance is maintained throughout

2.16 Effecting a touch – Defender
Preparation
- Balance is maintained by lowering body position
- Body is positioned in front of the attacker
- Acceleration is towards attacking player
- Eyes are focused on the lower trunk of the attacker
Execution
- Hand nearest the attacker is extended to effect the touch on opponent with minimal force
- Touch is effected at shoulder height
Conclusion
- Defender regains balance and retreats to onside position







 2.17 Scoop
Preparation
- Outside foot is positioned side-on and near the ball
- Hips and knees flex to allow for low pick up
- Eyes are focused on the ball
Execution
- Balance and speed are maintained throughout
- Arms swing across the body to scoop up the ball in one hand
- Hands are positioned to secure the ball and lift it off the ground
Conclusion
- Extend through the hips to get back to upright position
- Player shows awareness of further options