LTPDst3cover.qxd (Page 1) - Scottish Rugby Union

AVOIDING HEAD-ON TACKLEActivity 3 v 3 touchObjective To develop evasive, handling and scanning skills through a small-sided game.Key Factors1. Identify gaps in the defence through scanning.2. Avoid head-on tackles through effective footwork and acceleration through space whilstkeeping the eyes up to read defence and look for support.3. Support to communicate and use lines of running to attack space / manipulate defenders.Equipment RequirementsBalls 1 Bags n/a Area 10m x 15mCones 1 stack Suits n/a Players 6 per pitchShields n/a Bibs 3 Time 10-15minsPractice DescriptionThe three attacking players attack the three defenders using evasive footwork andhandling skills. Once touched (two-handed) the attacking player places the ball all theground immediately and retires to their goal line with team mates and now become thedefence.The new attack may pick up the ball as soon as it is placed and attack the space in thedisorganised defenceAfter a score, the attacking team continues in possession and attacks the opposite try lineA turnover only occurs if a mistake or touch is made.10m15mSET-UP DIAGRAMPractice Progression / RegressionsProgress by decreasing the size of the area to put players under greater pressure.Progress to having a one-handed touch .Regress by taking out one defender or adding an attacker.67