Groups of 5
Combine grids to make 2 channels each 10m x 20m
1 Ball per group
Ball carrier tries to score a try by running past the defender. Support players follow the ball carrier. If tagged, the ball carrier must pass the to one of his / her support players.
The defender must GIVE the tag back before trying to make a second tackle.
Defender - keep head and shoulders above the waist. Head up look at the tag
Attacker - Run into space, Dodge
Only pass if tagged or someone else is in a position to score more easily
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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