Rugby: 4x4 Slalom Tackle Drill

Description

This drill guides the Attacker's (blue)  path towards the Try Line. They must run around the slalom and past the defenders (red) to score a try.

Defenders cannot come off their line (in line with each of the cones) however they can move side to side on that line to fill the space.

Once a player is tagged BOTH DEFENDER AND ATTACKER FREEZE - This will encourage defenders to pick their man and get the tags.

Swap Attackers and Defenders and re-run.

Coaching points

Attachers:

• Behind the ball carrier to  offer passing opportunities
• Support your team mates, calling for the ball if they're in space
• Run at spaces not faces

Defenders:

• Focus on tags
• Teamworking with your partner on the each line  / picking their targets

Other Points:

If attackers constantly win:

• Reduce space available to Attackers or Increase number of defenders

If Defenders constantly win

• Remove blue cones / Increase gaps for attackers or reduce defenders

Running outside slalom  = turnover ball.