Page 50 - Year 7 Spring 2026 Knowledge Organiser

PE: Rugby Union: 7 of 9

Key Terms

Term Definition
Backward Pass A pass that moves the ball toward your own goal line.

Knock-On When the ball is dropped forward, resulting in a scrum for the opposition.

Try Scoring by grounding the ball in the opposition’s in-goal area.

Defensive Line A line of defenders positioned across the pitch to stop the attack.
Ruck A contest for the ball on the ground after a tackle.

Maul A contest where the ball carrier is held up by opponents but remains on their feet.

Dummy Pass A fake pass designed to mislead defenders.
Side-Step A quick change of direction to evade a defender.

Head: Understanding Rules, Tactics and Evaluation

Assessment Question Working Towards Expected Greater Depth

Can you explain the basic rules Knows one or two basic rules Explains the key rules and how Explains and applies rules
of rugby? (e.g., backward passing). they affect gameplay. confidently in game settings.
Can you describe where to Stands in a basic position with Positions correctly based on the Consistently positions self and
stand in a defensive line? limited understanding. game situation. directs teammates effectively.

Adapts decisions based on
Can you decide when to ruck or Chooses actions inconsistently Decides effectively between
maul during a game? with limited success. rucking and mauling. changing scenarios during
gameplay.
Identifies strengths or
Can you evaluate your own and weaknesses with teacher Suggests clear areas for Provides detailed analysis and
others’ performance? improvement with examples. sets clear improvement goals.
support.

Can you explain why teamwork States that teamwork is Explains how teamwork supports Gives examples of teamwork’s
is important in rugby? important without much detail. successful gameplay. impact and motivates others.