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Ruck n Wrap Progression to Space

Description

Forward focused structure in attack phase playing off quick ruck ball and 9

Purpose

Build confidence in contact and close support play, and focus for Forwards in attack in playing off quick ruck ball directly from nine.

Learning Outcomes

  • Effective carrying and support
  • Quick ruck ball through quality ball presentation and speed
  • Forward attack structure (Pod system)
  • Decision making in attack under fatigue

Equipment

  • Balls
  • Cones
  • Rucking Pads

Setup

Setup 5, 10 and 20m channels with cones. 9 passes to point who runs and sets up ruck. 2-3 player rapid ruck in support in pod structure. 9 follows ruck and passes to second pod for attack. Rotate forwards. Progress through 3 channel widths to explore different space and decision making.

5m channel - close quarters, high intensity, hard yards. 10m channel - medium space, to pull defence and create linebreaks. 20m channel - more space to explore angles, and tip on to change point of attack.

Progressions & Contraints

  • 5m = Forward pods only
  • 20m = Add backs to pod structure for more complex attack. "Unlesh the backs"
  • Add a stooge defender to create decision making - blitz defence
  • Add stooge attacker that adds a talking point - E.g. players deliberately asked to disrupt structure and encourage self organisation.
  • Add defenders to create game realistic pressure
  • Constraints - No running round defender, must go through contact
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