RAIL D execution Key words Press, Slide Trigger for press, distributor picks ball up and passes to threat Action create linespeed
Rock eyes on 9 for ball up then comms PRESS action create linespeed, identify threat next role for action is to isolate attack inside support ball has passed eyes so player hinges and CHOPS 2 attacker, supporting lead on tackle Plus 1 comes up slightly behind lead and make a decision to tackle 3 attacker far ROCK folds around to link and PUSH rock out, readjust defence roles connected to support players
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