7 - 10m wide channel with 3 cones each side, about 5m apart. Players each start on a cone on one side of the channel. Ball is passed from one end to the other First passer becomes defender and enters at his end of the channel Other two become attackers and enter channel from other end Two must beat one with running and effective passing
Alternate sides of the grid to ensure passing from both sides Carrier must "fix" the defender before passing, i.e. try not to let the defender fade off towards the receiver NOTE: This drill has been adapted from NZMooloo (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsFlZhBOI2vEn9qsoTG43QQ)
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
sportplan_rugby
The offload is one of rugby's most devastating weapons when executed well, turning a defensive collision into a second-phase attacking opportunity. This article breaks down the technique, timing, and training progressions coaches need to develop confident offloaders at every level.
Defensive line speed is the single most important factor in shutting down attacking opportunities before they develop. This guide explores how to coach your defensive line to push up as a connected unit, communicate under pressure, and deny the opposition time and space.
The teams winning in 2026 aren't taking risks - they're grinding out territory with relentless pick-and-go phases. Here's how to coach it.
