OBJECTIVE:

To develop correct alignment, depth, speed and angles.

EQUIPMENT:

Two balls, four cones.

GROUP SIZE:

10-14 players in each group.

AREA:

25 x 25 metre grid.

DRILL SET-UP:

One halfback with the ball and two backlines lined out as shown in diagram.

DRILL EXPLANATION:

1. The halfback at position A passes the ball, setting the Backline A backline in motion.
2. As soon as the pass has been made, the halfback runs to position B, picks up the other ball, passes it and sets the Backline B backline in motion.
3. Once that pass has been made, the halfback runs back to position A ready to pass to backline Backline A again.
4. The backlines should regroup into an attacking formation each time the ball has been passed along the backline.

COACHING POINTS:

• Set positions A and B far enough apart to allow both backlines to run straight and finish inside the mark.
• Encourage quick realignment.
• Have players alternate positions.
• Encourage backlines to run and pass at pace.

VARIATIONS / PROGRESSION:

1. Have the players change positions so that they become accustomed to being out of position.
2. Include extra players entering the backline to penetrate a defensive line.