OBJECTIVE:
Improve communication in defensive roles.
EQUIPMENT:
One hit shield per attacker.
GROUP SIZE:
Team.
AREA:
Half field.
DRILL EXPLANATION:
- Split group in half, with one half as attackers holding shields and the other half as defenders.
- Coach stands behind defending group to direct attackers with arm signals.
- Defenders nominate their opponent clearly and move laterally mirroring opponents' movements.
- On the coach's "Go" the defending group will move up as a line and drive their opposite back.
COACHING POINTS:
• Players must SIGNAL who their opposite is.
• Contact should be strong and low with good leg drive forcing the player up.
VARIATIONS / PROGRESSION:
- Ball-carrier moving behind attack line and enters through line so defence adjusts accordingly.
