
5M x 10M Grid. Attacker runs around the cone and attempts to get past the defender using all their possible moves, e.g. side step, spin, juke, etc⦠Tackler attempts to make good âcheek to cheekâ tackle. Immediately poaches the ball after tackle.
Invade runnersâ space with lead foot Head and hands up
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
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