Hand-offs can be an extremely effective attacking tool, particularly in sevens where there are fewer defenders to beat. Here, a player from Stowe School performs two to complete an 85m run-in.
Using a strong, outstretched arm keeps the defender at a safe distance.
This 4-man handling grid tests the coordination and peripheral vision of the central player.
They have to accurately pass two balls quickly among the other 3 players.
Change the central player regularly. Key factors : Communication - Concentration - Timing - Use wrists and not arms
"Quick hands" is a term used regularly in rugby and relates to a players ability to move the ball quickly. This fun exercise pressures one player to move two balls in different directions
Practicing rugby skills at home can be difficult if there are no others to play with. But there are still things you can do by yourself if you have a ball handy.
This exercise requires passing against a wall, developing accuracy, hand-eye co-ordination and problem solving.
Also, check out our other videos on developing grip.
A light team jog with varied dynamic movements to warm up the body for stretching.
As a likely first exercise, including a few balls is good to get the players' hand-eye coordination, and concentration kick-started.
A range of simple drills that can also be progressed to really test hand eye skills. All of these practises can be done with more people. Set targets to increase the fun