Attackers need to set up wide and deep.
Look at angles of running to find the space - pass to the open man (no individual running through).
Defenders push up as one, but must keep on side
Tackle is if the attacker is touched by the bag.
Then attacker must go to ground and present. Next attacker must ruck, 2 support acts as pivot.
The defenders must work on pushing up as 1 defensive line.
Attackers to work on deeper positioning, making the ball do the work, looking for where the space is.
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
The offload is one of rugby's most devastating weapons when executed well, turning a defensive collision into a second-phase attacking opportunity. This article breaks down the technique, timing, and training progressions coaches need to develop confident offloaders at every level.
Defensive line speed is the single most important factor in shutting down attacking opportunities before they develop. This guide explores how to coach your defensive line to push up as a connected unit, communicate under pressure, and deny the opposition time and space.
The teams winning in 2026 aren't taking risks - they're grinding out territory with relentless pick-and-go phases. Here's how to coach it.