Mini and Youth Rugby: The Complete Guide for Coaches and Parents - Softcover

Ellaine Gelman, Ian Milligan And Dave Beal

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1472918681 ISBN 13: 9781472918680

Publisher: Bloomsbury Sport, 2015

Synopsis

The ideal introduction to mini and youth rugby for parents and coaches, showing how young players should be properly introduced to the game of rugby. Including sections on: - the game and the rules - positions in rugby - drills for passing, catching and scoring - skills for attack - skills for defense This essential guide contains information on all game situations, with simple explanations of essential techniques and tactics to be learned, before moving on to more advanced explanations of the skills required of the game. It also includes an introduction to the bigger issues away from the pitch that parents and coaches must deal with, including: - how to develop the right ethos for a rugby team - coaching boys versus girls - elite player development Accessible and practical, this book is packed full of useful coaching advice, complete with diagrams and full-colour photographs. www.miniandyouthrugby.com

About this title

About the Author

Ellaine Gelman is the founder and director of Find Rugby Now and is a keen rugby player.'

Edition details

• Publisher: Bloomsbury Sport
• Publication date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1472918681
• ISBN 13: 9781472918680
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 176