Rugby: Reaction Tackle

Description

• Groups of 6+ players. 
• 3 tackle shields per group. 
• 1 Tackle Sausage per group. 

• 3 people with bags act as attackers, 1 by 1 they run at suausage stepping to a side of there choice when at the sausage.
• Defenders start running when the attackers do, when the attacker steps, the defender makes quick decison in reaction to what shoulder he/she hits with. 
• NOT FULL TACKLE - Focus on impact, and leg drive.

Coaching points

• Small quick steps as approaching the tackle. 
• Eyes up looking at the hips of the attacker. 
• Low body Position. 
• Head position. 
• Foot in close to attacker. 

Progression

• Get rid of the tackle bags and use balls - progress to full tackle.