
2 attacking players vs 1 defender, wide channel to start, focusing on attackers holding depth and accelerating onto the ball, 1st carrier holding width to increase available space. Onto narrow channel where importance of drawing defender before passing is critical.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
The teams winning in 2026 aren't taking risks - they're grinding out territory with relentless pick-and-go phases. Here's how to coach it.
Player safety technology has arrived at every level of rugby. Here's what coaches need to know about smart mouthguards, concussion protocols, and training safely.
From France's collision dominance to England's folding defence - what grassroots coaches can learn from the 2026 Six Nations.