- Lineout
- Post Throw

Post Throw Drill
LO4D

Post Throw Drill
LO4D
Post Throw Drill
LO4D
Post Throw
OBJECTIVE:
To throw in the ball accurately
EQUIPMENT:
One ball, four cones and one post
GROUP SIZE:
1–2 players
AREA:
5m x 20m
DRILL SET-UP:
Hooker to stand on try-line facing the goalposts. Use cones to space out the distance of each throw as shown in the diagram.
DRILL EXPLANATION:
- Aim to hit the upright at various heights.
- The thrower needs to progressively set targets at practice, eg three in a row, five in a row, and 10 in a row at each distance.
- Thrower should begin practicing with jumpers once the throwing action and targets have been performed to a suitable standard.
COACHING POINTS:
The skill of throwing, while unique to each individual, should, to be successful, demonstrate the following key factors:
• Fingers spread on the ball.
• Ball held directly above the head.
• Push elbows forward.
• Power to come from wrist and forearm.
• Follow through.