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I'm just starting out as a rugby league men's coach and I'm looking to develop the groundwork in the tackle area can you help with any drills, games etc

Colin MackenzieCoach, Scotland

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Test SportplanCoach, England

Hi Colin,

You are currently in Rugby but if you change your sport selection at the top of your Home page to Rugby League, you will have more League specific content. You could also repost this questions to the Rugby League community who may be able to help you with the Groundwork specific drills.

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