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Backward Pass Relay

Race two clean passing waves down separate lanes and ground the ball beyond the try line.

Learn the pass. No contact. 2 lanes · 20×8m.

  • BoardRugby
  • CategoryRugby
  • Best for4-12 who want a 8–12 min round.
  • Players4-12
Backward Pass Relay activity preview - Race two clean passing waves down separate lanes and ground the ball beyond the try line.
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“Race two clean passing waves down separate lanes and ground the ball beyond the try line.”

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How to play Backward Pass Relay

Step 1

Race two clean passing waves down separate lanes and ground the ball beyond the try line.

Step 2

Judge the backward result against the scoring rule before anyone resets.

Step 3

Reset the backward setup, rotate evenly, and stop at the agreed finish condition.

Guide details

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How the result works

Learn the pass. No contact. 2 lanes · 20×8m.

Example: Race two clean passing waves down separate lanes and ground the ball beyond the try line.

Host tip

Keep it clean

Starting the next backward attempt before the field and retrieval lane are clear.

Safety: Keep the lanes separated and send only one wave through each lane at a time. No diving to ground the ball and no chasing a loose ball into the other lane. Start at jogging pace and inspect the surface before increasing speed.

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Who it fits

4-12 who want a 8–12 min round.

Energy

Pace

Medium

Board Rugby
Category Rugby
Best for 4-12 who want a 8–12 min round.
Players 4-12
Time 8–12 min
Gear 1 rugby ball, 12 cones, Optional second ball for parallel starts
Space Open field or marked touch pitch
Energy Medium
Setup Mark two separate lanes about 20 metres long and 4 metres wide. Add a start line and a cone try line at the far end of each lane. Split into two even teams and stagger each line so every receiver starts behind the ball.
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  • Quick mode: play one short timer round, record the result, then decide rematch or switch.
  • Team mode: split into two teams and rotate turns so mixed skill stays playable.
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We're playing Backward Pass Relay from Studboards. Backward Pass Relay: Race two clean passing waves down separate lanes and ground the ball beyond the try line. Fits: Players: 4-12 | Time: 8–12 min | Gear: 1 rugby ball, 12 cones, Optional second ball for parallel starts Safety: Keep the lanes separated and send only one wave through each lane at a time. No diving to ground the ball and no chasing a loose ball into the other lane. Start at jogging pace and inspect the surface before increasing speed. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/sports/rugby/rugby-backward-pass-relay.html

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