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Development : Skills & Drills : Individual Skills

Skill: Side & front tackle (evasion) ie 2nd line defence

Drill

Both players run initially towards & beyond cones, Player 'A' (ball carrier). 'B' (tackler) intercepts to tackle.

'A' may

1. Side-step inside 'B'.

2. Swerve to beat 'B' outside.

After tackle….. 'A' joins tacklers while 'B' picks up ball & passes to attacking line.

Side & front tackle (evasion)

Key Factors:

  • Correct pacing
  • Correct angle (providing only outside break option).
  • Key factors for front and side tackle.

Variations:

  • Speed up intensity
  • Larger grid 15m by 15m

Groups:

Minimum of 2 players.

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