Activities for U10 players
After one year of tackling, the players are now moving onto rucks, and in some parts of the world, mauling.
A ruck is where a player from each competes for the ball which is on the ground after a tackle, but cannot put their hands on the ball.
In the adult version of the game, there are 19 ruck laws! However, at this stage you only need to be aware of around five. See how our guide to rucking for the first time here.
For a guide to under 10s rugby, see our approach to coaching under 10s.
For the key skills, go to this link.
Remember, the players should be playing games more than doing just drills. There are plenty to choose from below!
in Defence, Rugby drills, Tackling
Tackling in pairs helps players work together to bring down the ball carrier, and gives weaker players the confidence to make a contribution in the tackle. MORE
in Passing & Handling, Rugby drills
Create good habits in attack by creating a smooth transition from tackled player to supporting player. MORE
in Passing & Handling, Rugby drills
Quick clearing passes, the pass away from the tackle or ruck, are an essential skill which will keep your game functioning at high speed. Encourage all your players to be able to pass away. MORE
in Mini tag, Rugby coaching, Rugby drills
"There’s not much incentive to be a third receiver. The Law of the Jungle suggests that if you want to touch the ball, you get close to it." MORE
in Attack, Passing & Handling, Rugby drills
Encourage your players to run straight by changing the way they go about running forward as a line of players. Lots of changes of angle will make them think differently. MORE
in Defence, Rugby coaching videos, Rugby drills, U10+
Work on getting into position quickly to fill the spaces either side of the ruck, with the right spacings and then coming forward as a group to cut down attacking options. MORE
in Rugby drills, Tackling
Randomise your 1 v 1, 1 v 2 and 2 v 2 tackle training with this exercise. Its quick-fire nature gives players little chance to think and makes for an active session. MORE
in Rucking & Mauling, Rugby drills, U10+
See how well individuals react under pressure at the ruck with this decision-making activity and progression. It isolates ball presentation and 1 v 1 ruck skills. It’s intensive, so only needs to last ten minutes. MORE
in Attack, Defence, Rugby drills, U10+
Combine a competitive passing drill and a game to switch your players on and get them working hard on both technical and tactical aspects of their game. Use this activity to replicate game tempo. MORE
in Mini tag, Rugby coaching, Tips
Know what children want and then change your way of coaching to keep them coming back for more. MORE
