Defence
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Defence Resources
How to Coach the Tackle
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Front Tackle
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Side Tackle
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Rear Tackle (tackle from behind)
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Soak Up
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Tackle & Jackal - 1 v 1 Over ball
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Straight Lines
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Ruck Offside Line
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THE AIM
Key Outcomes
By the end of the U9's the player will be able to -
- Successfully and safely complete an individual tackle showing the correct technique
Key Coaching Factors
Concentrate on tackle techniques -
- Head Position
- Feet in Close
- Points of Contact
- Ring of Steel
- Finishing Position
Key Outcomes
By the end of U10s the player will be able to -
- Successfully and safely complete an individual tackle showing the correct technique.
- Having successfully completed a tackle, release ball carrier, regain his feet and contest the breakdown legally.
- Position self appropriately in relation to the breakdown if the 2nd player to contest for the ball.
- Understand the defensive responsibilities / options at defending a mini ruck.
Key Coaching Factors
- As Key Coaching Factors at U9s.
- Regain feet, enter tackle from onside position. Assume correct body position whilst contesting.
- Highlight all offside lines.
- Introduce positioning in relation to opposition numbers and options and identify attacking / continuity options and how to defend them
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