Module Title: | Player Development 1 - Rugby |
Language of Instruction: | English |
Teaching & Learning Strategies: |
The learning outcomes will be achieved through the following teaching methodologies:
• Practical – Students will take part in lecture (Coach) lead practical rugby specific practical sessions on the pitch and in the gym
• Lectures - communication of knowledge and ideas from the lecturer to the student.
• Self-Directed Independent Learning – The emphasis on independent learning will allow the student(s) to gain an appreciation of the many facets to be considered by elite athletes. |
Module Aim: |
The aim of this module is to provide students with the knowledge & generic skills to enhance their tactical understanding, mental preparation and self-management and to introduce the individual skills to meet the demands of early stage 4 (LTPD) Rugby |
Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to: |
LO1 |
Demonstrate knowledge of technical and tactical awareness of positions and show improved decision making within the principles of play & General movement in Rugby Union. |
LO2 |
Develop knowledge and understanding of rugby specific fitness, fitness testing and how to improve key areas while Showing an improvements in rugby specific fitness components
- Speed technique
- Athletic Movement (Activate Program)
- General Fitness Conditioning
- Weights
- Functional Strength
- General Strength Conditioning
Demonstrated through attaining progressive fitness testing results and advancing weight training programs. |
LO3 |
Demonstrate an understanding of the key components of off field player development. This will be facilitated through the production of an Player Development Diary, devised for their Match performance/skill development/fitness development as a rugby player.
Learning
Rate of Perceived Exertion
Fatigue & Recovery
IDPs
Injury – prevention/management
World Rugby Passport –
• Anti Doping
• Concussion
• Keep Rugby onside
• Laws of the game |
LO4 |
Recommend and advise on the best nutritional practices and nutritional requirements for participation in competitive adult Rugby |
Pre-requisite learning |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. |
No incompatible modules listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. |
No requirements listed |
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content |
Rugby Generic
1. Performance profiling:
Through questionnaires, checklists and reports.
2. Skill Development:
The coaching process, model of a skilled performance, technique & skill.
3. Motivation & Goal Setting:
Different types of motivation, setting SMART goals.
4. Key Factor Analysis:
Analysis rationale, Key factor Analysis model.
5. Physical relaxation:
Controlled breathing & Progressive Muscular Relaxation (PMR).
6. Injury Prevention & Management:
Types of injury, Immediate treatment - RICE, Analysis - TOTAPS.
7. Time Management:
Achieving a balance (work & personal time), developing personal schedules.
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Technical
1. General Movement.
2. Key Factor Analysis of Individual skills.
3. Development of Individual skills.
4. Skills ;
• Evasion
• Handling
• Tackling
• Continuity
• Kicking
• Catching
• Ground skills.
5. Development of Positional skills
within Units:
Lineout, Scrum, Backline Attack, Backline Defence.
6. Development of Specialist skills:
Prop, Hooker, Locks, Backrow, Scrumhalf, Outhalf, Centre, Wing & Fullback.
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Sports Nutrition
Healthy balanced diet. Energy requirements and current practices of players. Food pyramid/plate. Basic nutrients. Assessment of diet. Timing of ingestion, Hydration/electrolyte balance, Carbohydrates, Fats, Protein, Vitamins and Minerals
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 30.00% |
Project | 40.00% |
Practical | 30.00% |
Continuous Assessment |
Assessment Type |
Assessment Description |
Outcome addressed |
% of total |
Assessment Date |
Other |
MODE A:
Post Performance Player Feedback App - Self reflection - Including RPE/Training Load/Technical & Tactical proficiency rating to access:
Player Development skills
GENERIC
- ball skills
- Continuity
- Defence
POSITION specific
- set
- game awareness
MODE B: ESSAY(1500 words) on Rugby Development Topic -
Player Development skills
Individual Skill Development
Game Preparation/warm up |
1,2,3 |
30.00 |
Ongoing |
Project |
Assessment Type |
Assessment Description |
Outcome addressed |
% of total |
Assessment Date |
Project |
Player Diary & World Rugby Passport |
1,2,3,4 |
20.00 |
n/a |
Project |
Nutrition: essay (1200 words) on advice/recommendations for player on key aspects of nutrition (healthy balanced diet, macros, timing of ingestion, hydration etc) |
3,4 |
20.00 |
End-of-Semester |
Practical |
Assessment Type |
Assessment Description |
Outcome addressed |
% of total |
Assessment Date |
Practical/Skills Evaluation |
MODE A :
FITNESS RESULTS - TESTING eg:
Yo Yo test/150m shuttle run - score
-per position
- 0-10speed
-body fat
Player Diary
MODE B: MODE B: ESSAY(1500 words) on Rugby FITNESS Topic -
TESTING IN RUGBY UNION |
2,3 |
30.00 |
Sem 1 End |
No End of Module Formal Examination |
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Lecture |
12 Weeks per Stage |
1.00 |
Practicals |
12 Weeks per Stage |
4.00 |
Independent Learning |
15 Weeks per Stage |
2.67 |
Lecture |
12 Weeks per Stage |
2.00 |
Total Hours |
124.00 |
Module Delivered In
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