U8 AND U9 COACHES ARE OFF THE FIELD THIS WEEKEND
This weekend sees the pathway undertake its growth stage with all U8 and U9 coaches leaving their supportive roles on the field. From the weekend of the 24th July 2010, all coaches will remain behind the barrier, allowing their teams to undertake their first games of rugby "solo".
This step is vital in helping players start to learn the structure of the game, and providing the environment for them to listen to referees instructions and to introduce the "reading" of game play.
Coaches and parents need to be supportive and positive and remember that too many instructions from too many people will only lead to confusion and loss of confidence in the players.
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