We have had our first proper training session since the game against Cairns Storm and there was a very clear focus on what needs to improve. Chevs focused on defensive organisation and stressed the importance of making 1st time tackles - we missed 16 against Cairns Storm and that stat alone is not acceptable if we intend to be competitive.
However it was exacerbated by some poor decision making which is where my session came in. We concentrated on decision making during open play when defences are fragmented. The emphasis has been placed very firmly on the supporting player - it is their responsibility to be in a position to make the right decision to keep possession and continue the attack. The boys responded very well - the intensity of the session was high, but concentration levels were maintained from start to finish.
We were fortunate to be able to conduct the training session at Scots College itself after their Director of Rugby made the facilities available to us for the morning. Whilst there we were given a quick tour and then he let slip that the entire school is expected to watch this afternoon, meaning the boys will be playing in front of around 1000 hostile Australians! However we are expecting our small band of supporters to be supported by a number of OFs both today and for the game against Cranbrook when there will be an OF function to which Steve, Chevs, Dom Oxnam, Barney Savill and Rory Hartley are also invited. This means I get the pleasure of looking after the remaining 26 boys on my own for the evening! Any suggestions for managing them will be gratefully received.
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