CHOICE REACTION IN RUGBY PASSING: THEORY, METHODOLOGY, AND PRACTICAL OUTCOMES

The article scientifically substantiates the role of choice reaction inthe rugby passing process and its impact on technical–tactical effectiveness. The aimis to develop a training methodology that enhances choice reaction usingrepresentative learning design and a constraints-led approach, and to determine itspractical effectiveness. Practical significance: a program implementable with simpleequipment and adaptable to playing positions, suitable for both youth andprofessional levels; transferable to decision-dense sports such as football/soccer,handball, and basketball.