a "tag" is the act of removing a tag or ribbon that is attached to the ball carrier's belt in tag rugby

the player who is currently in possession of the ball

closely guarding our opponent to prevent them from receiving the ball or from passing the ball to others

Tagging

British English CC

Defending as a team

Attack v defence

Warm up

Physical education

This unit will challenge pupils to consistently demonstrate their competence in applying attacking and defensive skills in a variety of game based scenarios through tag rugby. Pupils will create and apply tactics in games, adapting them as the game situation changes, in order to beat the opposition.

Invasion games: scenarios, tactics and power play through tag rugby

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Risk assessment required - physical activity

How can you ensure all your opponents are marked when defending?

What’s the most effective position to approach an attacker when trying to tag them?

What word is used for the player in possession of the ball?

Which option is best for supporting the ball carrier?

What happens if you pass forward in tag rugby?

What do you do if you are tagged in tag rugby?

Content guidance

Risk assessment required - physical activity

Adult supervision required

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Defending as a team

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.