9-12 attackers, 3-4 defenders. Defenders on bags, Attacker runs into bag and goes to deck, presenting the ball. 2nd & 3rd attacker, rucks/secures ball. Scrum half, passes off to the Pivot (10/Flyhalf). Pivot needs 3 options: 1. Blocker runner. 2. Pass behind blocker to 12. 3. Snap pass to deep wrapping player. Other defenders hold the offside line and call the press as the ball is passed. Then get back into the defensive line and repeat.
The attacking receiving the ball (12 + outside backs) must have depth, to work with snap ball option.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
sportplan_rugby
Tacklers are aiming lower, so carriers who dip late put heads at risk. Teach footwork, a strong early body height and leg drive to win the collision safely.
The hooker's brake foot moved from trial into full law in July 2026. Here is how to coach it so your front row stays stable, legal and safe.
Your players can pass beautifully in a warm-up grid. Then a defender closes, their lungs are burning, and the ball goes to ground. Here is how to build catch-pass skills that hold up when it matters.
