NRLW players are more likely to hurt themselves or their opponents in a tackle than their male counterparts. Players and ...

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Aim: To successfully tackle the player with the ball or to get the ball to the other side of the square without being tackled Drill: Mark out a square of 10m by 10m. Form two teams of three or more ...

Aim: To run and hit a defender, turn your back and offload to a team-mate nearby. Drill: One player stands with a tackle shield and faces the other players. Another player is given the ball and runs ...

Background Approximately 25% of Rugby Union injuries ... (dominant side) and tackle direction have a substantial effect on the loads applied to the upper-body. Where feasible, the tackler should ...

In the modern day game, as rugby fans we are well-accustomed to seeing big hits, but sometimes there's one that really stands out. Sheer power combined with perfect tackle technique can still ...