Breaking the line
I can create try scoring opportunities by moving at pace and supporting the ball carrier from an onside position.
Breaking the line
I can create try scoring opportunities by moving at pace and supporting the ball carrier from an onside position.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: using fast feet with a varied rhythm helps to wrong foot the opposition.
- Move: attackers supporting the ball carrier should run on to the ball at pace from deep.
- Think: once you make a pass, it is important to get back onside to support the next phase of play.
- Feel: individuals need to show determination to get past a defender successfully.
- Connect: leadership at the breakdown helps capitalise on opportunities to attack or to deny the opposition's attack.
Keywords
Feint - a brief movement in one direction to confuse or deceive the opposition before running in a different direction
Swerve - a small change of direction at speed to evade a defender
Offside - if a player is not behind the ball when it is played by a teammate and they interfere with play
Common misconception
Pupils think they should stand next to the ball carrier when running a support line.
It is better to start deeper so you are able to catch the ball at full pace and have more chance of breaking the gain line
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Equipment
1 ball between 2, 12 tackle bags and 30+ cones
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
