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Rear Tackle (tackle from behind)

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Numbers

Groups of 2

Equipment

Balls, Cones

Description

Working in pairs in a grid 5m x 5m
Ball carrier, tackler to be in the squat position a pace directly behind the ball carrier
On the signal the tackler is to complete the tackle from the rear

Diagram

Session Plan Diagram

Coaching Points

Focus on the target area - the back of the attackers thighs
Get as close to the ball carrier feet in close for a greater chance of completing the tackle - chin off chest
Make contact with shoulder on the opponent's thigh and position head to one side of their leg
Finish on top of the attacker.
Band of steel Grip
Regain feet and contest the ball/roll away

Variation / Progression

Speed of the tackler and attacker, progress to walking then jogging and running
Both shoulders

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