Start with both teams on their own goal line.
Team with ball attempts to score
Defending team allowed 1 on 1 tackles.
When tackled, both players get to feet and ball carrier restarts game with free pass.
Knock on, forward pass, in touch all result in turnover ball and free pass
Change attacking team after each score.
Ensure all players are properly warmed up.
Ensure players have been coached in correct tackling methods.
No rucking or mauling.
Only 1v1 tackles allowed.
Get to feet quickly to keep game flowing.
Progression: Allow support player to pass ball out of tackle zone
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