Parents & Players Booklet Rugby Season—2018

The aim of TSS Rugby is to develop a program where a love of

the game of rugby and a high excellence in skills is inevitable.

To be renowned for facilitating all players to extend their skills,

perform as part of a team, show commitment and discipline on

and off the field, while always displaying the true TSS spirit.

‘Great Game, in Good Company’

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Table of Contents

Welcome from the Director Rugby 3

Season Draw, Camp and Function Details 4

Term 3, Training Schedule 5

Selection Policy 6

Match Day Procedures 7

TSS Rugby Playing Strip 7

Nutrition & Hydration Guidelines 8

Injury Prevention & Management 9

Player’s & Parent’s Commitment & Ethics 10

Wet Weather & Important Contact List 11

TSS Rugby Supporter Merchandise 12

Sponsor’s Information 15

Away Fixture School Locations 19

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Director of Rugby Welcome

‘Great game, in good company’ Welcome to TSS Rugby for 2018. The School is very proud of our strong Rugby history with 15 Wallabies and 48 Australian Schoolboys to date passing through the school. We are looking forward to another very exciting season ahead. TSS Rugby is a fantastic team sport which caters for a diverse range of body shapes. We strive to challenge boys of all ages and abilities to work towards improving their rugby skills and fitness. At TSS, we also believe that Rugby is an excellent medium through which boys are able to learn valuable life skills such as sportsmanship, interaction with other boys from different schools and cultures, as well as leadership, commitment and discipline on and off the field. Coaches provide a vital part of the TSS Rugby experience. The boys have the opportunity to work with world class coaches, specialist defence coaches, as well as position specific train-ing and mentoring programs. Through our experienced coaching, we endeavour to develop a number of core skills throughout the season which include, catch and pass, tackling, de-fence, rucking and mauling, whilst following a ‘team structure’. TSS Rugby could not function efficiently without the ongoing assistance of parents and sponsors. In particular, the Rugby Supporters Group perform a huge variety of tasks which are essential to the overall functioning of our program. I encourage you to become involved with the TSS Rugby Supporters in whatever capacity you can manage. It is a great way to meet new parents and support your son’s Rugby program. I hope that the 2018 TSS Rugby Season is an enjoyable experience for both players and parents. Your support for TSS Rugby is welcomed and greatly ap-preciated.

Adrian Blundell Director of Rugby The Southport School adrian.blundell@tss.qld.edu.au

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2018 TSS RUGBY SEASON

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Selection Policy and Weekly Meetings Teams are selected in conjunction with the team coaches, Age Group Coordinators as well as the Director of Rugby. The selection is based on the player’s performance, attendance at training, attitude during training and games, and to suit the balance of the team. Listed on the TSS Rugby website are: ‘Position Specific Skills’ - provides key technical skills for each position which selec-

tions are based. ‘Player Feedback’ - where understanding cannot be reached between player/parent

and coach. There will be a Rugby meeting every Thursday at the conclusion of Assembly in the Annand Theatre, where information on upcoming events and the weekend’s fixture will be distrib-uted. It is essential all rugby players attend this short meeting each week. Team lists will be posted on the TSS Rugby website, no later than Thursday evening on a weekly basis. In the case of the 1st XV, all selected members of the Development Squad will be given a preseason trial match. All rowers & cricketers must give their term 1 sport priority and attend all sessions, as they will still be given a trial with the Open’s and equally considered for the preseason tour.

1. All players should have the opportunity to play in the highest team possible.

2. Players must be selected in positions that are suitable for their body type and

strength. This is of paramount importance for players selected in the forwards.

3. Within reason a ‘no train – no play’ policy across all teams is adopted, but keep-

ing in mind players commitments to camps, services, educational or cultural

school requirements etc.

4. All players must be given an equal opportunity to play rugby for TSS. Reserves

in the lowest team must play at least half a match.

5. A player may not play in a lower grade if selected in a higher grade.

6. Reserves must have played in a previous match.

7. Players should not be dropped more than one grade per week.

8. All players will be advised of the reason/s why they have been relegated.

9. Any player may be selected for the 1st XV but if not required he must go back to

his age group.

10. A player sent from the field will usually incur at least a one match suspension; the seriousness of the dismissal must be discussed with the referee, Director of Rugby and Captain of Rugby.

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Match Day Procedures Uniform Requirements: All boys must arrive in FULL SCHOOL WINTER UNIFORM to ALL matches and change back into their uniform following each game. In some cases, boys may be instructed to wear Chapel Dress. This information will be noted on the Sports Organisation information available on the Sports Website and notice boards around the school. U10s & U11s are to wear their Prep Rep Shirts to and from games. Home Games: Please ensure that you arrive at least 45mins prior to your teams kick off time in your School Uniform, check in with your coach, change into TSS playing kit, (inc boots and have a mouthguard and water bottle) and warm up with team. Boys MUST change into their school uniform after they have played their match. Away Games: Please ensure that you arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your teams allocated bus departure time in in Full School Uniform. Some “A Teams” may be asked to wear Chapel Dress. Chapel Dress will also be requested for all students for certain

TSS Rugby Playing Strip TSS BLK Jersey (No numbers or

Names permitted) TSS BLK Rugby Shorts TSS Rugby Socks Mouthguard & Boots Headgear & body armour (optional)

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Nutrition & Hydration How do I know if I am DEHYDRATED???? Feeling thirsty? You are already dehydrated and performing at 20% below max. Dry throat, lips or skin Urine is dark yellow in colour and strong smelling. It is suggested that boys follow some guidelines before and after each match and training session. They are as follows:-

HYDRATION Before the Game Drink extra fluids during meals (especially the night before and breakfast), and drink

regularly between meals—about 500ml/hr Do NOT drink concentrated sports drinks in the hour before game. Have a water bottle and drink water to stay hydrated during bus trips and prior to

games. Fluid replacement is needed prior, during and after both matches and training sessions.

Urine should be pale/clear and plenty! During Game Drink mainly water during breaks in game Avoid wearing compression garments during training and games After Game Drink fluids as soon as possible after training or game Urine should be pale and plenty!

NUTRITION Before the Game 1 –2 glasses of water BREAKFAST Cereal, fruit & yoghurt & 2 x wholegrain toast with honey; or spaghetti on toast 3 HOURS BEFORE Kick Off (PRE GAME) Pasta or Rice Meat & Salad sandwich Noodle stir fry Fruit Salad with yoghurt 60min Prior to Game Sports Drink Muesli bar & banana Juice & Fruit Immediately After Training & Games Warm Down & Treat injuries Refuel by eating healthy foods like fruit, yoghurt and sandwiches ASAP after training

or games. Stretch all major muscles

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Injury Prevention & Management

Matt Brown 6 Tedder Avenue, Main Beach, 4217

P – 07 5528 6000 E – admin@physio-fit.com.au

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Player’s Commitment

Rugby Ethics for Parents & Supporters

You are obliged to place your team loyalties ahead of personal rewards You must be physically fit and maintain this fitness You must attend all practices and be available for all games You must understand the laws of the game You must adopt a positive attitude and work together with the team You must learn to control your temper You must be correctly dressed in the TSS playing strip during all matches You must play hard but never try to deliberately attack an opposition player You must not attempt head high tackles or use your feet on an opposition player on

the ground

Positively encourage your son’s team Do not demoralise the opposition in anyway Do not swear Do not talk back or show disrespect to the referee or other officials Do not sledge your opposition After the match you congratulate the opposition and TSS team irrespective of the

final result

'The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort, but where he stands at times of chal-

lenge and controversy.' Martin Luther King

ALL TSS Rugby players should of conducted a Headsmart Baseline Concussion Test before Round 1. For more details on Headsmart and the exciting part-

nership with TSS Rugby, please follow http://www.headsmart.me/

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Contact List & Support Group Information

TSS Rugby Supporters Group President Peter van der Schyff - p.vanderschyff@bigpond.com Secretary Bruce Cossill—bruce.cossill@clear.net.nz Treasurer Joanne Grady —jgi@brucegrady.com.au

The Rugby Supporters have stock of various supporters clothing, as well TSS ties, Head Gear, stickers and rugby balls

available for purchase at all home games. For more infor-mation, please contact merchandise@tss.qld.edu.au

Never assume that training and matches are cancelled if it is raining. Cancella-tion of scheduled training and matches will only occur in extreme weather conditions! If in doubt, check the the sport website. WEBSITE: http://www.tsssportqld.com/Default.asp?Id=27267

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Thank you to our generous sponsors for 2018

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Thank you to our generous sponsors for 2018

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Thank you to our generous sponsors for 2018

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Away Fixture School Locations