Rugby PitchsideCoaching help for U9–U13
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Run forward through a gate to score
Level 38 min5v5 touchCones for 3 gates, bibsNo contactU9 · U10 · U11

Forward gates touch

How it works

  1. Set three small cone gates across the middle of the pitch.
  2. A try only counts if the ball carrier ran forward through a gate on the way.
  3. Move the gates closer to the try line as players get the idea.

Coaching points

  • Run at the gates, not across the pitch.
  • Support players: get behind the ball carrier.
  • Ask: “Which gate was open?”

Ready for the next level when: Ball carriers run forward through gaps without being reminded.

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