Find out what makes each player tick. Know about their family background and their other interests. Be able to spot and then explain changes in their behaviour 6. Find out the facts about child development and the physical, intellectual and emotional capabilities of the age group you work with Rugby Union 1. Rugby is a potentially dangerous game that relies on every participant playing it in the spirit of mutual respect.
Rugby works best when sides are evenly matched.
Insist on mixing and matching ill matched teams 3. The Continuum is part of the Laws of the Game 4. Learn the Laws and learn to Referee 5. Teach players, by your own example, to respect the Referee. To be a good coach, you need up to date information on coaching issues and Rugby issues.