Rugby: Tackle Technique - Foot Position 1/5

Description

• Groups of 2 
• Tackle bag 

An attacker holds a bag 2m away from a defender.

Defender hold hands behind his back, while bagholder stands in split stance. 

The Defender then does continuous steps and shoulder impacts off each shoulder one after the other. 

Coaching points

• Foot position - close to bag carrier as possible 
• Head close to bag - to ensure shoulder impact 
• low hit - sink from hips (dont bend from back)
• Contact with same shoulder as leading leg. 
• Head up - eyes open.