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RFU's Head of Age Grade reviews half a game rule: Gains and challenges
RFU's Head of Age Grade reviews half a game rule: Gains and challenges
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Length:
36 minutes
Released:
Feb 23, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Mark Saltmarsh, who is Head of Education and Age Grade Rugby at the RFU, tells us how the "Half a game" rule (HGR) has worked so far, and what have been the challenges.Mark gives an honest assessment of the current roll-out, with plenty of practical ways to make it work for all clubs.We covered:The principles behind the ruleWhy have a rule when good coaches should be doing this alreadySome of the main issues that have caused problems: cup games, keen players becoming demotivatedThe role of sanctions How conversations before games make it easier to implementHow HGR is being integrated into courses.For more resources on HGR go to the RFU website. Click here.
Released:
Feb 23, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
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