Plantar fasciitis – Tag Rugby

Plantar fasciitis is a painful disorder, a connected tissue which supports the arch of the foot.

It results in pain in the heel and bottom of the foot that is usually most severe with the first steps of the day or following a period of rest.

The actual cause is not clear, most possibly continuous pressure on the heel according to research. If you are overweight it may have a bearing on the extent of the damage to the ligaments, causing scaring and micro tears.

Most cases of plantar fasciitis resolve with time and conservative methods of treatment. For the first few weeks, those affected are usually advised to rest, change their activities, take pain medications, and stretch. If this is not sufficient, physiotherapy, orthotics, splinting, or steroid injections may be options. If these measures are not effective, additional measures may include extracorporeal shockwave therapy or surgery.

Between 4% and 7% of the general population has heel pain at any given time: about 80% of these are due to plantar fasciitis. Approximately 10% of people have the disorder at some point during their life. It becomes more common with age, and those involved in high intensity sports. It’s becoming more prevalent now in a sport like tag rugby, some players are not only playing on pitch for a long period of time(harder grounds) but also refereeing.

A simple roller ball massaged daily can help to improve it.

Preparing to return with some fitness in mind 7 helpful tips HERE

Read our latest article about ACL injury HERE

Ankle injury exercises HERE

Hamstring Injury – Tag Rugby

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Hamstring injuries are other areas among physically active people especially in a team sport like tag.

Depending on how severe, it simply means rest for the most part. A hamstring injury is a tear or strain (pulled muscle) in the group of muscles and tendons in the back of your thigh

Single Leg Balance

Simple bend one let at the knee, lifting the foot off the floor. Using support for additional stability like a chair, at the beginning, is wise.

Age Group	Eyes Open (Seconds)	Eyes Closed (Seconds)
20-59	25-30	21-28
60-69	22	10
70-79	14	4

Sitting Heel & Raised Toe

Sit in a chair without ankle support. Bring feet away and towards you pumping the ankle in gentle motions.

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Preparing to return with some fitness in mind 7 helpful tips HERE

Read our latest article about ACL injury HERE

Ankle injury exercises HERE

Tag Rugby: Learning a new skill through a development plan(PDP)

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Identifying learning objectives for yourself preparing a development plan to achieve them.

Name:
Tag Rugby Player
Non Contact Sport
Date:
Purpose: Learn a new skill

Firstly google the technique or a coach that may summarise the skill. >Engage with similar players in the sport. Maybe attend games which have public access to watch how it is played.>Use current resources like a team your associated with inquiring about the skill, whether someone close to you is also interested or knows how to perform the drill.>Research social media channels where others have posted techniques, drills similar, Instagram, Facebook etc..

Action:
Set up a scenario with colleagues to dummy the skill or create a set piece. Get someone to record it. This is an asset to keep and improve on, always referring back to it for ref. Match up the professional way to do it, those who have proved themselves in this field or received accolades.

Timeline
Watch at least 5 different videos of previous professionals that have done it(in the next 2 months) through YouTube or other social medial accounts. Check out archives in other areas like TV programs. Practice the drill at least once a week, seeking out some colleagues who can set up the play to practice.

Success Metrics
Track performance from day one through to the end of the timeline period. Get feedback.

Support
Try to get support from family and friends to take the time out to develop this skill(in case it interferes with other commitments). Find that one person that can motivate you.

Review
Review the skill from time to time, maybe exploring alternative ways to do it and how to expand if moving at an advanced pace. Change technique if not developing fast enough.

RESPECT THE REF

>Please respect the ref, no backchat is allowed.
>No aggressive behaviour / no foul language allowed.
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FULL TAG RUGBY RULES (DRAFT ONLY-FINALISED BY END OF MONTH) RELEASED MARCH 2023

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Rules of Tag Rugby in brief HERE

Resources to help in understanding how to play tag rugby HERE

DRILLS TAG RUGBY: Running backwards in line (7m)

About the importance of running back agility

Running backward requires more effort in terms of movement because it is more difficult to move from one point to another. This effort also results in greater cardiovascular efficiency and increased stamina. Because of this, running backward may help improve your times when you’re running forward with the ball.

Don’t take our word for it but running backwards dates back in history and not something new. It is thought to have evolved in China where an ole saying still stands ‘a hundred steps backwards are worth a thousand steps forward’. It simply helps to restore balance. It’s seen in many sports from rugby to badminton AND especially NFL.

For tag and touch players running back has to be strong and quick, but most of all agile. For the defence, running back needs agility to be able to get back in line enough so that the attackers don’t reset quicker and catch you off guard. They also need their agility to sweep in case there is a kick through.

Ways to set up a drill:

Set up cone lines 7m apart.
Set up cones at a predetermined distance apart for each player to stand (optimal to be the width of pitch and amount of players)
Set up cones colour coded for clarity and instruction using visuals.
Begin with the coach starting on the first line of cones moving players back wards. As they reach the cone they clap to discipline listening and sync.

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Freeze Drill

The Freeze Drill for Running Backs works on the first step for the various starting directions: foot placement and arm action.

Stance and Start Drill

The Running Back Stance and Start Drills work on the correct stance and the first steps: foot placement

The benefits of running backwards

RESPECT THE REF

>Please respect the ref, no backchat is allowed.
>No aggressive behaviour / no foul language allowed.
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Rules of Tag Rugby in brief HERE

Resources to help in understanding how to play tag rugby HERE

Ref Rule Update Monday April 3rd Slides

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RESPECT THE REF

>Please respect the ref, no backchat is allowed.
>No aggressive behaviour / no foul language allowed.

Please respect fellow teammates, opposition and supporters.
Remember all levels of players are on the pitch so extra care is needed for those with less experience.
You are responsible for your own warm up.
Those who disobey the guidelines above will face a warning, sin bin or outright ban.

Below is the slide used for the recent presentation(Mon Apr 3rd 2023) on the update of the New Tag Rugby Rules 2023(including the diving rule adoption)

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Rules of Tag Rugby in brief HERE

Resources to help in understanding how to play tag rugby HERE

[PRESS RELEASE] MARCH 2023 NEW LAWS – TAG LEAGUE

RESPECT THE REF

>Please respect the ref, no backchat is allowed.
>No aggressive behaviour / no foul language allowed.

Tag Rugby is a non-contact sport. Attacker’s cannot deliberately bump into a defender. Defender’s cannot change direction & move into an attacker’s path. Whoever initiated contact will be penalised. The onus is on the attacking player to avoid the defender.
Please respect fellow teammates, opposition and supporters.
Remember all levels of players are on the pitch so extra care is needed for those with less experience.
You are responsible for your own warm up.
Those who disobey the guidelines above will face a warning, sin bin or outright ban.

FULL TAG RUGBY RULES(UPDATED) RELEASED MARCH 2023

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Rules of Tag Rugby in brief HERE

Resources to help in understanding how to play tag rugby HERE

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RFU announce new ruling to reduce contact – 2023/24

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Injuries on the playing field are talked about occasionally, sometimes more so than the actual game itself. The high tackles in contact rugby are the most difficult to face and discuss. Today that changes, after some serious thought and consideration the RFU have decided to implement a new ruling for tackles introducing a reduction in tackle height from 1 July 2023 in the community game. Players will only be allowed to tackle from waist height down.

Contact sports like rugby are high-risk for neck injury such as a slipped disc (cervical disc prolapse). Repeated stress from tackling gradually breaks down the connective tissue around the discs in the neck. Without this protective tissue, swelling can occur, pressing on nerve endings and resulting in pain.

Non Contact Rugby Knee Injury

What is the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)?

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the ligaments inside your knee – it joins your thigh bone (femur) to the front of your shin bone (tibia). You might injure your ACL by playing sports which involve quick direction changes or sudden stopping, such as tag or touch rugby.

During non contact rugby practice or gameplay, if you suspect you have sprained your knee, try and restrict movement and physical activity, it may not as severe as you think but you must assume the worst until you get a professional opinion. It’s recommended that you ice your knee in 15-20 intervals to combat swelling. Within a day or so of your injury, you’ll have a good idea how severe your sprain is based on the pain and discomfort you feel trying to move.

Ice Therapy

Ice is used for acute pain, inflammation (swelling), and new injuries. When you hurt yourself, the damage immediately becomes inflamed, which looks like swelling, pain, and redness. Using the ice helps to narrow blood vessels and keeps swelling down. People who often play tag rugby should use ice after working out, not heat. Ice will help reduce any swelling from a gruelling session or someone getting back into sport. Heat, on the other hand, can increase swelling and prevent muscles from healing. If you do decide to ice a join, injury, or muscle, do so for 15-20 intervals. Make sure to give yourself an hour break in between each session and do not place ice directly onto the skin.

Homemade Ice Packs

Ice cubes in a sealed baggie
A wet towel placed in the freezer for 15 minutes
A bag of frozen vegetables
DIY ice packs with dish soap and rubbing alcohol

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LAWS IN BRIEF – TAG LEAGUE

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RESPECT THE REF

>Please respect the ref, no backchat is allowed.
>No aggressive behaviour / no foul language allowed.

Rules of Tag Rugby in brief HERE

Resources to help in understanding how to play tag rugby HERE

NCR SELF HEALTH DECLARATION FORM [CVSDF002]

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Risk-Assessment – NCRSports (COVID-19) COVID-19_v1.4

Return to Non-Contact Rugby – ROADMAP INFO-GRAPHIC (update 12/06/20)

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Tag Rugby ACL Injury

Injuries are a revolving door in sport and because it’s a muscle memory generally, it means certain injuries pop up regularly.

What is the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)?

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the ligaments inside your knee – it joins your thigh bone (femur) to the front of your shin bone (tibia). You might injure your ACL by playing sports which involve quick direction changes or sudden stopping, such as tag or touch.

If you have an acute (sudden) anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, use the following first aid steps to reduce pain and swelling: Rest and reduce your activity level. If it hurts to put weight on your knee, use crutches until you can see your doctor.

In this instance a devastating one is the ACL, an anterior cruciate ligament which is one of four knee ligaments that connect the upper leg bone with the lower leg bones. The ACL keeps your knee stable when your leg moves forward and backward. It also keeps the knee from bending sideways. A torn ACL often occurs during sports that require stop-and-go or twisting motions, such as tag rugby.

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