Sportplan rugby has played a large role in my team's love for the game!
What is an umberella defensive system? also I would like some tips on offloading and poaching the ball after making a tackle?
Where can i find a detail description of the abillities and duties for the different positions in the backline?
How can i learn and understand strategy of my possition. I/m playing at possition 10. Is there any literature to read about?
please how do idefine the players in the pitchie. who is the flanker, hooker, fly half etc
What are the main qualities fullbacks should have?
Any advice as to where rest of forwards should line up without getting in way of fly half and other backs for example in a 3 man lineout?
Good day, Firstly, I would like to introduce myself my name is Werner, I love rugby I still play every chance I get, we live in Western Australia. I help to coach my sons rugby team and have done so for the past two years U7 & U8âs at Mandurah Pirates Rugby Union Football Club and I must say the kids are having a ball. As the kids get more involved and need more input and advise on how to play the game safely I.E Defensive lines, Protecting the ball, Passing, Tackles, etc. I find myself researching more and more to find good coaching materials books, dvds anything to help me as a coach and ultimately the kids. Are there any step by step easy to follow drills that you could recommend us using, I prefer keeping it simple and basic with the youngsters. Regards, Wener.
Hi. Please let me have your input. 15-a-side Boys. Whose responsibility is it to tackle a player that cuts into the backline? Lets say the attacking team's FB cuts in between the C's , should my inside C then go for the tackle? We have sweepers (usually the SH and no 8) to cover breaks.
I am looking for some drills and moves to coach a counter offensive against a rushed defence or a blitzing defence. I've had ideas of short kicks over the top.
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