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Tackling on knees

COACHING POINTS

Individual Tackle Technique

. Sight correct contact height _ eye to thigh

. Adopt low, strong body position to ensure correct tackle height _ must be below waist

. Select correct shoulder to tackle with to ensure head is protected _ keep head close to opposition between backside and cheek to cheek (head should never be place in front of attacker)

. Make tight contact with shoulder on thigh _ boulder shoulder

. Clamp arms round opposition legs _ band of steel

. Dynamic small steps _ leg drive until player is successfully brought to ground

. Ensure tackle is completed _ i.e. attacker is brought to ground

. Work hard to get back to feet and back into the game

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