An individual defence skills game for U6 upwards
Kids love the gladiatorial nature of this contest, especially when they get to 'real' tackling
Use cones to create a channel 20m long by 5m wide
Line the players up in pairs halfway along the channel as shown
Place a ball in the middle of the channel level with the players' starting positions
On the coach's call of GO, the first pair runs round opposite ends of the channel as shown
The first player to the ball picks it up and tries to score at the far end of the channel, while his partner tries to stop him with a TAG or tackle.
Make the channel narrower to aid the defender or wider to challenge him.
Coach can roll the ball to one end or the other as the players enter the channel.
Create a resolution to develop your coaching confidence by seizing the opportunity to discover new drills, turn ideas into action and seek advice from the coaching community.
World Rugby has reportedly conceded Aaron Smith's disallowed try in the World Cup final should have stood.
"It is not only useful for staff who are experienced but a valuable tool for those subject staff who have to take teams."