Tackling Technique

Written by Bradley Davidson

Here's a re-cap of the tackling technique we have been working on.

THE KEY FACTORS IN THE TACKLE

1. Sight target
2. Move forward into the tackle
3. Move slightly inside the ball-carrier (inside shoulder)
4. Face up!
5. Keep feet alive and position lead foot close to ball-carrier
6. Drive with the legs to make firm contact with the shoulder and with the head to the side
7. Punch arms forward and wrap around the ball-carrier
8. Continue power drive through to complete the tackle
9. Regain feet and recover ball.

Rugby 101

Written by Bradley Davidson

Why I Play Rugby

Written by Nick Vujnovich

This is less an article and more a question to the team. I have my own reasons; friends, brotherhood, family, connection, challenge, to teach and learn. What are your reasons? Are you clear as to why you slog it out at training and during a game? Here is a great quote from a non-rugby player who actually (in my opinion ) nailed a lot of what Rugby is about...

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