Rugby: 1 vs 1 Ball Retention

Description

The ball carrier walks up to the defender and turns away to present the ball to their own team.

The defender should try to turn the ball carrier and keep him facing away from support.

Coaching points

Keep their bodies between the opponent and the ball.

Stay on their feet.

Drive the legs.

Look after the ball.

Both attackers and defenders are practising.

Low wide stance by ball carrier.