Tackling from the hip
in Tackling
The best tacklers read the movements of the ball carrier and anticipate where they are going. This session improves anticipation skills by focusing on the core of the ball carrier. MORE
Execute perfect miss passes
in Passing & Handling, Rugby drills
The miss pass is frequently misused. When executed at the right time, it releases attackers but too often allows defenders to drift out and push the attack towards touch. Use this session to develop better decisions. Focus with your players on when to use the miss pass as much as how to execute it. MORE
Not really homework (plus great playground game!)
in Rugby coaching, Rugby drills
In 5 simple handling homework tasks, we’ve come up with some ideas for players to practise their handling at home. We’ve called it homework, but I’m never sure that’s a good idea. The word sounds like something most kids will do everything in their power to avoid. MORE
Fast passing is better passing
Make your players better handlers by focusing on the speed of pass. This will unlock defences as the ball will always beat the player. MORE
Basics: The low chop tackle
in Tackling
The low chop tackle brings the ball carrier down quickly. It then offers the opportunity to turn the ball over. This type of tackle isolates the ball carrier from his support and also stops or delay offloads. Learn the basics of a chop tackle by ensuring the players use it as a side-on tackle. MORE
Always score – tackle the core
Better tacklers anticipate where a ball carrier is going. You can improve anticipation skills by using this session to help focus on the core of the ball carrier. The hips don’t dummy, so if the tackler can keep his eyes on this area, he should make more tackles. MORE
5 simple handling homework tasks
Every player should have their own rugby ball and keep it at home. Now make sure they use it too. Here are five simple exercises for your players to work on at home to improve their ball skills and coordination. MORE
Block and tackle
in Defence
Individual defenders have to react quickly to changes in potential ball carriers. This session develops a defender’s ability to slide on to the ball carrier, sometimes at the last moment. MORE
Pass quicker, not longer
Faster passing shifts the ball to where the defence is not. Defences find quick passing more challenging because their focus is constantly changing. MORE
Attacking activities: Six of the best
in Rugby drills
Here are six of our most popular activities around attack. It’s a mix of tactics, games and exercises to help your team break down defences and score more tries. 1. Escape with the egg Teach your players the importance of avoiding the tackling while running in the right direction. 2. Touch cone warm-up A quick... MORE
