Developing attacking plays through the backs
The Lions drill for developing awareness of attack and defence options
Developing attack moves through the backs
Developing back play in attack
Developimg attack plays through the backs
Developing play in backs
Developing play through the backs
Developing attacking plays through the backs
developing plays in attack
Developing attack plays through the backs
A dynamic practise for speed and quality of lifting in lineouts. This exercise can be used for 15's and 7's and for different age groups. The coaches can vary the distance of the cones and progress to both lifters moving. Coaches can add some fun by making it a competition. Key factors : The jumper must jump - Core body strength - Keep body stiff and straight - Lifters work together - Lock out arms - Bring the jumper down safely
Developing linespeed, footwork and tracking
A good 'go to' strike move for all players 1-15 to know. Passing the ball behind a decoy runner can commit and confuse defenders, hopefully creating holes to attack.
Junior - Strike Moves 1
Men's - Strike Moves 3
Women's - Strike Moves 1
A clip on attacking options from the 2009 Lions
A clip from the 2009 Lions
A clip with a progression on defensive systems from the 2009 Lions Tour
Lions 2009 support and continuity work
Players can strike from any location on the pitch, in this clip the Red team relax thinking they have the attackers behind their own posts, however a strong scrum, good pass and great step create the gap to go through, the next 95 metres is all about speed and fitnes. Key factors : Space beetween attackers - Good pass - Side step - Speed - Stamina
Lions 2009 support drills, with a progression
Lions 2009 defence clip
The Lions practice their lineouts
Lions 2009 defensive systems
Tactical kicking can be undertaken by different players
A practice for developing understanding the role of chasers and counter kicking
Defensive systems change according to where the team is on the pitch
Where you are on the pitch can determine you defensive system
Lineout variation and practice
Where you are on the pitch can determine the defensive system that you can employ.
Where you are on the pitch can deterrmine the defensive system you play
Developing linespeed is fundamental to applying pressure to an attack line
Developing an awareness of applying pressure through an effective kick chase system
Positioning ready for the kick return is a systematic approach to countering pressure
Lineout variation and practice
Developing an awareness of how to apply pressure through an effective kick chase policy
Lineout variation and practice
Lineout variation and development
A clip from the 2009 on defence systems
RGS Guildford secure lineout ball and perform a 'circle' ball, with the fly-half looping around the centre who pops the ball back to him. This is to draw in defenders, to create space out wide. The winger is able to exploit this space to complete the try.
This team play practice requires the team to be able to attacke with width and focusing on ball retention
A good practice to work on stopping an effective ball carrying player
A great practice for ALL players in the scrum to adopt the best position to drive from. You can use tackle bags as well as tyres
Develop the front row as a foundation for the building of the scrum
A simple but effective attack from a scrum. Three good passes provides the winger to run past his defender to score. Notice how the first reciever is directly behind the scrum and not to the side, (This makes the pass from the scrum easier when under pressure). Key factors : Position of 1st reciever - Run straigh and wide spin pass - Speed of the runner
Practice of team defence is important for reinforcing effective systems of defence that require aspects such as communication, pressure and drifting
The ability to create attacking situations quickly is fundamental to creating pressure
With the new adjustments around the tackle zone, what variation would you adopt now so that this drill is now legal?
A great axample of how to use effective passing and dummy runners to attack from scrums. Key factors ; Solid scrum - Accurate spin pass - Load calling from dummy runners - Different angles of running - Wide flat pass - Speed and swerve from the final player
From the Lions 2009 tour, a support drill in a channel to encourage the ball carrier to move the defender and make space for the support player
A combination of skills are tested, both technical and tactical with the defenders moving from a passing activity to defending 8 attackers. The coach can change the attack with different starting points and number of attackers
Were the Lions coaches ahead of the game. The 1997 coaches discuss tackle techniques that are only being implemented now
By using sticks and poles, the players are encouraged to self assess their body shape. Peer coaching is also a valuable process in this area and players can work in pairs, quickly learning from each other
Former British & Irish Lions Jason Robinson, Gavin Hastings and former Wales international Jonathan Davies commenting on the appointment of Warren Gatland as Head Coach of the 2013 British & Irish Lions Tour to Australia.
Practicing the strike can be developed with the left side triangle, so the key players involved are working together
Men's - Turnover and move the ball 4
This backs move combines a decoy 'slice' pass with the DSM (dummy-switch, miss pass) to confuse the defence. The first decoy runner and dummy-switch should commit the inside players, keeping the defensive line narrow. The space out wide is then exploited with the miss pass.
Accurate kicking requires an understanding of how the foot should strike the ball. Expert kicking coach Dave Walder delivers a coaching clinic detailing the key factors and steps coaches should follow
Lions 2009 clip on attacking options
If you strike the ball in the right place you are halfway to delivering an accurate kick. The "Sweetspot" of the ball is significantly larger than you may think. This clip explains where the sweetspot is and how to get a good connection
Men's - Turnover and move the ball
Women's - Turnovers and move the ball
Scotlands clever score from the line out v Ireland was a great example of coaches or players being innovative and looking at new ways to do things. This clip shows a few slightly different uses for placing your scrum half at the front of the line out. It is just ideas and about pushing the boundaries of the laws
This drill illustrates how attack can go from narrow channels to wide play very quickly, and players should practice this continually
Strong defence and a turnover allows two quick passes, (One long pass), and then attack the defence. The two passes have changed the channel of attack by 30 metres.
Key factors : Tackle and stay on your feet - Long quick pass / spin pass - Communicate loudly - Support the ball carrier on his shoulder
From a turnover in contact the attackers pass the ball wide one way and then a deep wide pass back in the other direction to pull the defence out of shape and create an opportunity to attack. Key factors : Wide flat pass - Players support from depth - Deep wide pass - Running and swerving past the defender
A progression from the 3 man scrum - developing body shape and positions
In Defence:
Stay alert, keep on toes, specific communication, react, work hard
Defend what is happening – not what you think is going to happen
Trust the defence system, trust your team mates – trust yourself
Developing the skills into decision making down a channel
The practice of a semi opposed team run is important for understanding by the players of their roles and responsibilities
Players to attack with "Heads up" and identify where colleagues have space. Supporting players to call early to the ball carriers. Defenders to stay tight to not let attack through the middle spaces easily
It is important to practice not only the body shape of the defender but also those doing the clearing out of the defender