Tackler stands in the middle of the tackle box. Players on the cones are the attackers. Player with ball runs at the tackler. Runners attempt run by the tackler by running as straight as possible. Tackler should make a good “cheek to cheek” tackle. After the tackle tackler quickly gets to their feet they poach the ball. tackler leaves the box after a set time or number of good tackles. When they are done they pass to the next runner to their right.
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