The Attacker must stay on the pitch and try and score a try.
The defender is behind the tackle bag (so blinded) and must try and tackle the attacker as he passes.
Side tackle technique:
- Target 2 areas. Upper legs, lower body
Before contact:
Eyes on target
Low body position
Hips lower than shoulders
head in neutral position
looking through eyebrows
Weight on balls of feet
Contact:
Contact with shoulder
Head to one side
Wrap the arms
Slight upward drive from the legs
Land safely on top
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