Matt

It sounds like you are taking your RFU Level 2 and as an RFU Trainer I can't do your thinking for you!

I have attached a simple drill that you could adapt.

Ask yourself what the purpose of a drift defence is? What is your team trying to achieve and why? Then you can ask the players the same questions and guide them to getting it right.

Good luck

 

Simon

Drift defence

Description:

4 Tackle Bags.

10 Cones and 1 Ball.

10m x 30m.

The first player in the line begins with the ball. As he approaches the first cone and passes to player 2 who is supporting. Player 1 carries on their run and hits the tackle bag before running backwards to player 2 original position. Player 2 on receiving the ball passes the ball onto player 3 before hitting the tackle bag and back pedalling to player 3 original position.

When the ball reaches player 5, that player side steps behind the others back to position 1 where the drill is repeated.

Coaching Points:

Ensure all players properly warmed up

Correct tackling technique

Get to feet quickly

Good passing is as important as good tackling