LTPDst3cover.qxd (Page 1) - Scottish Rugby Union

RUCK DEFENCEActivity Ruck defenceObjective Develop the ability of your players to understand the roles andresponsibilities of defenders close to the ruck/breakdown.Key Factors1. Identify the threat through looking forward and scanning.2. Communicate roles prior to arriving at the ruck.3. Players should be aware of their positioning and spacing in relation to each other.4. Hands on call from inside out.5. Appropriate line speed.Equipment RequirementsBalls 4 Bags n/a Area 15 x 15mCones 4 Suits 4 Players 11Shields n/a Bibs n/a Time 10minsPractice DescriptionSeven defenders v four attackers (in suits) (can start with no attacker if beginners)Four different coloured cones laid out in a square (15m x 15m approx).Coach calls a colour and the defenders have to align themselves either side of the cone(cone is the ruck).The defenders align three on each side of the ruck facing the coach. Coach calls 3-2-1 intheir own time.Attackers can only use one of 3 options - 1. pick and go, 2. 9-1st receiver, 3. 9 runs acrossthe pitch with options to pass the ball back inside.COACH15mSET-UP DIAGRAM15mPractice Progression / RegressionsProgress - increase the number of attacker to challenge defence.Progress - allow the attack to use more that three options.Regress - reduce the amount of attackers or remove completely.87