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Rugby Passing and Catching

This document provides guidance on proper technique for passing and catching in rugby. It recommends holding the ball with fingers spread using both hands, and using an arm swing motion to pass the ball to a target in front of the intended receiver's chest. Receivers should keep their hands up and catch the ball in front of their body using both hands. The checklist advises passers to look at the receiver, aim in front of their chest, and time the pass, while receivers should get in position with hands up and react to the passer's decision.

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Rugby Passing and Catching

This document provides guidance on proper technique for passing and catching in rugby. It recommends holding the ball with fingers spread using both hands, and using an arm swing motion to pass the ball to a target in front of the intended receiver's chest. Receivers should keep their hands up and catch the ball in front of their body using both hands. The checklist advises passers to look at the receiver, aim in front of their chest, and time the pass, while receivers should get in position with hands up and react to the passer's decision.

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Rugby Passing and Catching

Technique of Passing & Catching

 Hold ball in front of body in two hands with fingers spread on either side.
 To pass left– right hand for power (towards back of the ball) and left for aim (towards
front of the ball). Keep power arm high (elbow up) for accuracy and distance.
 Fluid motion to release the ball with arms swinging like a pendulum in front of the
body, first away from then towards the intended target.
 For a spin pass one hand passes over the ball as it is released, causing the ball to
spin in the air, which increases distance and speed. For a pass to the left, your right
hand runs up and along the ball.
 Players should nearly always look to carry the ball in two hands, ready to pass to
supporting players either side of him.
 Receivers should always have their hands up which is the target for the passer.
 Catch the ball with your hands up and keep the ball in front of you in two hands.

Carrier – Passing the Ball Checklist

 Look at your receiver – don’t just pass blindly.


 Aim the pass – ideally in front of the receiver’s chest.
 Time the pass – speed up or slow down your pass to try to create time and space for
your team mate.

Receiver – Catching the Ball Checklist

 Make sure you are in a good position – in space a few paces behind the ball carrier.
 Get ready – get your hands up and into position.
 React to the decision of the ball carrier.
 Keep your eye on the ball until you have possession – reach, catch.
 Decide on next option – pass immediately.

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