- Swerve
- Rats & Rabbits
Rats & Rabbits Drill
MG15D
Rats and Rabbits
OBJECTIVE:
To develop speed, acceleration, reaction time and evasive skills
EQUIPMENT:
8-10 cones
GROUP SIZE:
6-30 players
AREA:
15 x 30 metre grid depending on the size of the group
DRILL SET-UP:
Players pair off and stand side by side in lines. One line is called “Rats”, the other “Rabbits”. A line is marked 10-30 metres parallel to both groups.
DRILL EXPLANATION:
- On the call 'Rats', the Rats sprint out towards their line.
- At the same time the Rabbits chase the Rats and try to tag them on their waists.
- Points are given for tags that are made.
- When 'Rabbits' is called the reverse happens i.e. the Rats give chase.
COACHING POINTS:
• Concentrate on getting players to listen.
• Focus on quick reaction times and speed off the mark.