EXPERT SESSIONS AND ADVICE FROM QUALIFIED AND EXPERIENCED GRASSROOTS RUGBY COACHES
From my experience even basic backs moves, like a miss pass, loop or switch, need careful consideration. Not least because there are crucial variations you can make to suit your team’s strengths. During the match the players then have to understand the purpose of the move – why this move here and now? Use the backs moves below to turn your back row into a deadly attacking force.
in Attack, Backs moves, Rugby drills
Build your players’ understanding of running lines so they can read what’s in front of them. These exercises will help your fly half and centres decide on the best pass or running line to use in a game. MORE
in Attack, Backs moves, Tactics
Here's a classic 10 loop play which allows the Ireland fly half, Johnny Sexton, to score against Argentina. It uses the principles of setting up a killer backs move. MORE
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Good teams will refresh their playbook from year to year to keep opponents on the hop. Before you design some imaginative new moves to excite your players, here are the key guidelines… MORE
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Most teams, despite attempts to be more flexible, need the same 9 and 10 in position to run the game. “Running the show” will help sharpen these players’ decision making skills and help the other players understand the half backs’ role in different parts of the game. MORE
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Dummy scissors pass (DSP) is a simple move that can be used by all the players, not just the back line. It is still used by the top sides in a number of situations. These teams have added extra decoy runners and other variations, but at the core is the DSP. This move will add an attacking edge to your team from all phases. MORE
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Exploit a fast fly-half (10) to attack a midfield gap. MORE
Create a hole in their midfield and release a hard running centre. MORE
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There’s a lot more to being a backs coach than telling the three-quarters to practise a few moves. So when you split the squad into forwards and backs, what are the essentials that you must cover? MORE
Use this simple play from a scrum or even in open play to attack the middle of a defensive line. It's a centre switch. Note the exact running lines and when to deliver the pass. MORE
in Backs moves, Passing & Handling
The final scoring pass is very important but ensuring the ball gets to the key passer at the right time is just as important if you want your team to score more tries from passing. This activity starts the process before you put in a defensive line. MORE
