Pat Lam's excellent tackling lesson
Watch the core
Elbows in tight and hands above elbows
Line up the lead foot with centre of ball carrier
Keep eyes on core throughout
Tower of power body position
"Punch" hands round for firm hold
Drive the feet, short fast steps
Recover to feet and contest for the ball
in more ways than one
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in more ways than one
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