
Ball carrier runs around the cone and when he reaches the cone the defender sets off. He tries to score at the opposite cone while the defender has to make a side on tackle to prevent the try.
- Defender needs to get close in to the attacker. - Foot in close. - Punch arms through and wrap around. - Hit low and get the attackers legs into touch. - Make the contact with your shoulder. - To increase diffuclty up the pace of the attacker. - Outcomes judged by try or no try.
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