The IRB have launched a new online resource which "aims to support individual coaches, referees, players and Unions in preparing to play the game and with good practice models for physical conditioning, technique, injury prevention and injury management."Rugby Ready is an impressive and comprehensive package. Its not a detailed coaching resource - but it does cover the basics of things like tackling, rucks, mauls etc. by means of photos, video, and quizzes. In addition - and perhaps more importantly, as this is the main aim of the resource - it looks at physical conditioning, injury management, getting ready to play, equipment (highlighting the need for things like mouthguards - though I imagine that after last week no-one at Letchworth will ever forget one again!), warming up and warming down, lifestyle, and so on.
Its all free, attractive, well laid out, and well worth a visit - whether you are a player, a coach, an adminstrator, or a parent. Take a look.
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