Rugby drills and set plays.
Build confident players with free rugby drills and set plays for all age groups. From safe tackling technique for junior age groups to structured lineout and backline set plays for older squads, every session idea includes diagrams and step-by-step coaching guidance.
Rugby drills (106)
Gate-to-Drive: Ruck Clear-Out & Clean-Out Continuity Drill
A progressive, coach-ready ruck drill that teaches players to identify the threat, enter legally, clear with purpose, and play the next phase at speed.
Scrum-Half Passing Accuracy: Ruck-to-Target Drill
Build a dependable No. 9 who can scan, set square and deliver chest-height passes to first receiver under increasing pressure.
Connected Defensive Drift Pattern Drill: 5v5 Edge Control
Build a connected, fast-moving defensive line that pressures wide attacks without surrendering the touchline or leaving a soft inside shoulder.
Rugby Defensive Line Speed & Alignment: The Launch–Connect–Reload Drill
Build a faster, connected defensive wall by coaching the launch, the inside-out alignment, and the three-second reload after contact.
Four-Man Lift-to-Launch Lineout Set-Piece Drill
Build a dependable four-man lineout that wins a clean No. 4 take, connects immediately with No. 9, and launches the first attacking wave before the defence can set.
Tackle Technique & Body Height: Track–Connect–Finish Channel Drill
A progressive, low-to-live-contact channel drill that gives coaches a repeatable method for developing low, accurate and legally safe Rugby tackles.
Support Running and Angles: Square-to-Scan 3v3
A practical Rugby attack drill that teaches players to run square, fix defenders and deliver late support options at pace.
Scrum-Half Passing Accuracy: Three-Gate Breakdown Transfer Drill
A practical breakdown-to-first-receiver drill that develops a No. 9’s body shape, release speed and accurate pass selection under escalating pressure.
Offloading in Contact: Win the Collision, Keep the Ball Alive
A progressive 2v1-to-3v2 continuity drill that teaches ball carriers to win the contact, free the hands, and connect an accurate offload with a supporting runner.
Mastering the Lineout Maul: Formation and Forward Drive
Build a connected forward pack that can secure lineout ball, form a legal low maul, and drive five metres with control, force, and a clear scoring threat.
Four-Man Front Lift & Launch: Lineout Set-Piece Drill
Build a reliable front-channel lineout win and turn it into a rapid first-phase launch through 9 and 10.
Mastering the 7-Man Lineout: Lift, Catch, and Delivery
Develop a dominant set-piece with this comprehensive 7-man lineout drill focusing on timing, explosive lifting, and clean ball delivery.
5-Man Lineout: Front Dummy to Middle Lift-and-Play Drill
Build a reliable five-man lineout that sells a front-jump picture, wins clean ball in the middle and connects immediately to your scrum-half.
Kick Chase and High-Ball Catch: Win the Aerial Battle
A progressive, coach-ready drill that develops the kick quality, chase-line discipline and high-ball catching skills needed to turn a contestable kick into pressure or possession.
7v6 Defensive Drift Pattern and Edge Containment Drill
A live 7v6 practice that teaches defenders to press together, drift with connection, and close the outside gate without surrendering the cutback.
Dynamic Ruck Clear-Out & Clean-Out: Win Fast Ball Through the Gate
A progressive, contact-ready breakdown drill that teaches Nos. 6, 7 and 8 to present, clear and play fast ball legally under realistic pressure.
Mastering the Defensive Drift: Edge Containment & Funneling
Teach your defensive line how to stay connected, drift laterally to shut down overlaps, and aggressively funnel attackers toward the touchline.
Offloading in Contact: 2v1 Collision-to-Continuity Grid Drill
Train players to win the collision, time their support line, and deliver a high-percentage offload that keeps your attack alive.
Mastering Support Angles: The 3v2 Wave Attack Drill
Develop your players' ability to run aggressive, late support angles that manipulate defenders and create line breaks in live game scenarios.
Mastering the Offload: The 'Contact & Connect' Drill Sequence
Equip your players with the technical skills and decision-making ability to execute high-impact offloads through contact, keeping the ball alive and defensive lines scrambling.
Mastering the Offload: Contact and Support Drill
Equip your players with the technical skills and decision-making ability to keep the ball alive through contact with effective offloads.
Diamond Shape & Gate Angles: Advanced Support Running Drill
Master offensive continuity by teaching your players how to run sharp, decisive support lines in a dynamic diamond structure to break the defensive line.
Mastering Support Running & Angles: The 3v2 Breakout Drill
Teach your players how to run effective, aggressive support lines that manipulate defenders and guarantee offload success in contact.
Lineout Mastery: 5-Man Set Piece to First Phase Attack
Master the 5-man lineout with this comprehensive drill that links set-piece execution directly to first-phase attacking structures.
Scrum Half Passing Accuracy: Base to Pressure Drill
Develop your number 9's core passing mechanics, accuracy over multiple distances, and decision-making under defensive pressure with this progressive drill.
Maul Formation and Dynamic Drive: Advanced Forward Play Drill
Master the art of the driving maul with this comprehensive drill, teaching forwards how to bind tightly, establish momentum, and efficiently recycle the ball.
Mastering the Offload: Contact and Continuity Drill
Equip your players with the technical skills and decision-making ability to keep the ball alive through contact and break defensive lines.
Mastering the High Ball: Kick Chase and Catch Drill
A comprehensive drill designed to improve kicking accuracy, coordinated chase lines, and aerial contest skills under pressure.
Mastering the Maul: Formation, Drive, and Dominance
A comprehensive guide to building, driving, and executing a devastating attacking maul to dominate the opposition forward pack.
Mastering Support Lines: The 'Continuous Wave' Attack Drill
Develop your players' ability to read the defense, hit dynamic angles, and provide relentless support to the ball carrier with this high-intensity attacking drill.
Mastering the Lineout Set Piece: Options and Execution
A comprehensive guide to executing flawless lineouts, featuring front, middle, and tail ball options with clear tactical diagrams.
Mastering the Offload: 3v2 Contact & Continuation Drill
Develop your players' ability to keep the ball alive through contact, teaching decisive leg drive, accurate offloading, and intelligent support lines.
Mastering the Offload in Contact: A Progressive Drill Series
Equip your players with the technical skills and decision-making ability to keep the ball alive through contact and break defensive lines.
Mastering Support Running and Angles: The 3-Phase Attack Drill
Develop your team's ability to run intelligent support lines, break the gain line, and recycle quick ball with this comprehensive 3-phase attacking drill.
Scrum Half Passing Accuracy & Decision Making Drill
A high-intensity drill designed to sharpen the scrum half's passing accuracy, speed, and decision-making under pressure.
Mastering Body Height: The Dominant Tackle Drill
A comprehensive drill designed to correct upright tackling habits by teaching players to drop their hips and dominate the collision safely.
Defensive Drift Pattern Drill: Mastering the Wide Channel Defense
Teach your defensive line to shift laterally as a cohesive unit, forcing the attack toward the touchline and shutting down wide overlaps.
Mastering the Lineout: Foundation to Execution
A comprehensive guide to building a dominant lineout, covering standard setups, front ball variations, and devastating maul drives.
Dynamic Maul Formation & Drive Drill
Master the art of the driving maul with this comprehensive drill, focusing on immediate binding, powerful leg drive, and effective ball control to dominate the opposition pack.
The Dominant Ruck: Advanced Clear-Out and Clean-Out Drill
Master the breakdown with this high-intensity drill focused on explosive clear-outs, maintaining body height, and securing quick ball for the next phase.
Mastering the Offload in Contact
Develop your team's ability to keep the ball alive and break defensive lines with this comprehensive offloading in contact drill.
Mastering the Standard 7-Man Lineout: Mechanics, Timing, and Execution
A comprehensive guide to coaching the standard 7-man lineout, focusing on the core mechanics of throwing, lifting, jumping, and delivery to secure clean set-piece possession.
Dynamic Support Running & Angles: Breaking the Gain Line
Master the art of running lines and timing to create line breaks and overwhelm the defence with this high-intensity support running drill.
Mastering the Offload in Contact: A Comprehensive Drill
Equip your players with the technical skills and decision-making ability to execute effective offloads in contact and keep the attack alive.
The Dominant Ruck: Clear-Out and Clean-Out Mastery
Equip your players with the technique and aggression needed to secure quick ball and dominate the breakdown area.
Mastering the Low Tackle: The Body Height Progression Drill
A progressive three-phase drill designed to teach players how to safely and effectively lower their body height into contact, ensuring dominant tackles and reducing the risk of high-tackle penalties.
Mastering the High Ball: Kick Chase and Catch Drill
Develop an aggressive, coordinated kick chase and secure the high ball under pressure with this essential tactical drill.
Mastering the Base: Scrum Half Passing Accuracy Drill
A high-repetition, precision-focused drill designed to improve your scrum half's passing accuracy, speed off the base, and decision-making under fatigue.
Mastering the Defensive Drift Pattern
Teach your defensive line to stay connected, maintain spacing, and systematically shut down wide attacks using a coordinated drift system.
The Dominant Ruck: Precision Clear-Out and Clean-Out Drill
Master the breakdown by teaching your players precise entry angles, low body height, and explosive driving power to secure lightning-fast ruck ball.
Mastering Support Running and Angles: The Ultimate Attacking Drill
Teach your players to anticipate line breaks, run intelligent angles, and keep the attack alive with this comprehensive support running drill.
Mastering the Offload in Contact: The 3v2 Channel Attack
Teach your players how to keep the ball alive through contact with this high-intensity, progressive offloading drill designed to improve decision-making and support lines.
Mastering the Defensive Drift Pattern: A Complete Guide
Learn how to implement an effective drift defence to force the attacking team wide and shut down overlaps with this comprehensive drill.
Mastering the Offload in Contact: Breaking the Gainline
Develop your players' ability to keep the ball alive through contact with this comprehensive offloading drill, designed to break defensive lines and maintain attacking momentum.
Mastering the Chop: Body Height & Tackle Technique Drill
A foundational drill designed to lower player body height into contact, ensuring safe, dominant tackles that stop momentum instantly.
Mastering Body Height: The Foundation of Safe and Dominant Tackling
Equip your players with the crucial skills to execute safe, low, and dominant tackles through progressive body height mechanics.
Dynamic Support Running & Angles: The Three-Man Wave Drill
Master the art of effective support play and dynamic running lines to consistently break the gain line and exploit defensive gaps.
Dynamic Support Angles & Line Breaks Drill
Develop your players' ability to read the game, run hard support lines, and exploit space created by the ball carrier in this multi-phase drill.
Mastering the 3-Pod Lineout System: Setup, Execution, and Attack Options
A comprehensive guide to building a resilient 3-pod lineout structure that provides secure possession and dynamic attacking platforms.
Mastering the Offload: 3v2 Contact Progression Drill
Develop your players' ability to stay strong in contact, keep the ball alive, and execute precision offloads to support runners in a dynamic 3v2 scenario.
Mastering the Maul: Formation and Forward Drive Drill
Equip your forwards with the technical foundation to build an unstoppable driving maul, focusing on tight binding, low body height, and unified forward momentum.
Mastering the Maul: Formation and Drive Mechanics
Equip your forward pack with the technical foundation to set, bind, and drive a devastating rolling maul from the lineout or open play.
Mastering the Offload: Contact Skills and Support Play
Develop your team's ability to keep the ball alive through contact with this comprehensive offloading drill that focuses on body position, decision-making, and support lines.
Dominant Ruck Clear-Out and Clean-Out Drill
Master the breakdown with this essential drill focused on body height, gate entry, and aggressive clear-outs to secure quick ball for your attack.
High-Pressure Kick Chase and Catch Contest
Master the art of the aerial battle with this comprehensive drill designed to improve kick accuracy, organized pursuit, and under-ball contest skills.
Defensive Line Speed & Alignment Masterclass
A comprehensive defensive drill to train your squad to set early, maintain a flat alignment, and apply suffocating line speed to shut down the opposition's attack.
Mastering the 5-Man Lineout Drive & Peel
Equip your forwards with a dynamic 5-man lineout setup that combines a powerful driving maul with a deceptive peel option to break the gain line.
Mastering the Offload: Contact Skills and Support Lines
Develop your players' ability to keep the ball alive through contact with effective offloading and perfectly timed support lines.
Elite Scrum Half Passing Accuracy Drill
Develop razor-sharp passing accuracy and lightning-fast delivery from the base of the ruck under pressure.
Kick Chase and Catch Masterclass
Master the art of the aerial contest with this essential drill for improving kick accuracy, chase lane discipline, and high-ball catching under pressure.
Mastering the 7-Man Lineout: Setup and Attacking Strike Move
A comprehensive guide to executing a dominant 7-man lineout, securing clean possession, and launching a devastating first-phase strike move.
Defensive Line Speed and Alignment Drill: Building an Impenetrable Wall
Master the art of defensive line speed and alignment to suffocate the opposition's attack and force critical errors under pressure.
Mastering the Base: Scrum Half Passing Accuracy & Speed Drill
Develop lightning-fast, pinpoint distribution from the base of the ruck with this essential scrum half passing drill.
Mastering the Low Tackle: Technique and Body Height Drill
Equip your players with the essential skills to execute safe, effective, and dominant low tackles by mastering body height and contact technique.
Mastering the Low Tackle: Body Height and Technique Drill
Equip your players with the essential skills to safely and effectively execute low tackles, focusing on proper body height, strong shoulder contact, and dominant leg drive.
Mastering the Defensive Drift: A Comprehensive Guide to Lateral Defence
Equip your players with the spatial awareness and communication skills necessary to execute a flawless defensive drift, neutralising wide attacking threats.
The Iron Shoulder: Tackle Technique and Body Height Drill
Master the mechanics of a safe, dominant tackle with this progressive drill focusing on body height, approach, and execution.
Precision Lineout: Set Piece Mastery Drill
A comprehensive lineout drill that builds hooker accuracy, lifter synchronisation, and three attacking play options from a secured lineout — ready to run in your next session.
Mastering the Offload in Contact: The 3-Phase Progression Drill
Equip your players with the technical skills and decision-making ability to keep the ball alive through contact with this comprehensive offloading drill.
Mastering the 5-Man Lineout: Setup, Execution, and Attacking Options
Equip your team with a reliable 5-man lineout platform, covering the core lifting mechanics and three dynamic attacking options to break the gainline.
Mastering the Gain Line: Dynamic Support Running and Angles
Equip your players with the precise timing, communication, and varied running lines needed to fracture defensive lines and dominate the contact area.
Mastering the High Ball: The Ultimate Kick Chase and Catch Drill
Develop aerial dominance, coordinated chasing, and secure catching under pressure with this essential high ball drill.
Defensive Drift Pattern Drill: Mastering Line Speed and Outside Containment
Teach your defensive line how to maintain spacing, drift collectively to contain wide attacks, and execute tackles in the outside channel.
7-Man Front-Peel Attacking Lineout Drill
Master the timing and execution of a structured 7-man lineout, incorporating a dynamic peel move to create a powerful attacking platform.
Scrum Half Passing Accuracy: The Base to Target Drill
Develop your scrum half's passing speed, accuracy, and decision-making from the base of the ruck with this essential drill.
Scrum Half Precision: The 3-Target Passing Accuracy Drill
Develop your number 9's passing speed, accuracy, and decision-making under pressure with this progressive target drill.
Mastering the Offload in Contact: A Comprehensive Drill Guide
Equip your players with the technical skills and decision-making ability to execute effective offloads in contact, keeping the ball alive and breaking defensive lines.
Mastering the Offload in Contact: A Comprehensive Drill for Line Breaks
Equip your players with the technical skills and decision-making ability to execute effective offloads in contact, creating dynamic line breaks and attacking momentum.
Mastering the Low Tackle: Body Height and Technique Drill
Develop confident, effective tacklers by focusing on correct body height, approach angles, and dominant shoulder contact in this progressive defensive drill.
Defensive Line Speed and Alignment: The Blitz & Drift Drill
Master defensive line speed and alignment to suffocate attacking space, force errors, and dominate the gain line.
Maul Formation and Drive Drill: Building an Unstoppable Forward Platform
Master the technical foundations of maul formation, body position, and coordinated driving to give your forwards a dominant set-piece weapon near the try line.
Kick Chase & Catch: Dominating the Aerial Battle
Master the high ball with this complete kick-chase drill that sharpens kicker accuracy, chaser timing, and catcher composure under pressure — ready to run at your next training session.
Support Running and Angles: Building Continuity Through Intelligent Off-the-Ball Movement
Teach your players to read the ball carrier, time their runs, and arrive at the perfect support angle — turning isolated carries into sustained attacking phases.
Ruck Clear-Out & Clean-Out Drill: Winning the Breakdown
Master the art of securing quick ball at the breakdown with this comprehensive ruck clear-out drill that teaches forwards the body position, timing, and technique to dominate the contact area.
Scrum Half Passing Accuracy Drill: Precision Under Pressure
A progressive, three-phase drill that builds the scrum half's passing accuracy, body mechanics, and decision-making speed from static repetitions through to live defensive pressure.
Support Running and Angles: Breaking the Gain Line Through Intelligent Positioning
Teach your players to read the ball carrier, run the right angle, and arrive at pace — the three fundamentals that turn individual carries into team tries.
Scrum Half Passing Accuracy Drill: Precision Under Pressure
A progressive, three-phase drill that builds the scrum half's passing mechanics, range, and decision-making speed from static repetition through to live defensive pressure.
Maul Formation and Drive Drill: Building a Dominant Driving Maul from Lineout
Master the art of building, driving, and extracting from a structured maul — giving your forward pack a lethal set-piece weapon in the opposition's 22.
Ruck Clear-Out & Clean-Out Drill: Winning the Collision Zone
Master the fundamentals of ruck clear-out technique with this structured drill that teaches forwards to arrive with purpose, drive through the hips, and secure quick ball for the scrum-half.
Low & Lethal: Tackle Technique and Body Height Mastery Drill
A three-phase progressive drill that teaches defenders to consistently hit below the ball carrier's hips, wrap with authority, and drive through contact — the foundation of dominant defensive rugby.
Precision Under Pressure: The Complete Lineout Set Piece Drill
Master the full lineout sequence — from hooker throw to backs attack — with this structured drill that builds accuracy, timing, and multi-phase options for coaches at every level.
Support Running and Angles: Building Effective Attack Depth
Master the three critical support angles — flat, wide, and depth — that transform isolated ball carriers into a connected, unstoppable attacking unit.
Defensive Drift Pattern Drill: Building a Cohesive Backline Defence
Teach your backline to drift as a connected unit, eliminate outside breaks, and force attacking teams into the narrow channels where your forwards dominate.
Offloading in Contact: Breaking the Defensive Line Through Continuity
Master the art of keeping ball alive through contact — this drill teaches ball carriers and support runners to execute clean offloads under pressure, turning defensive tackles into attacking opportunities.
The Wall: Mastering Defensive Line Speed and Alignment
A comprehensive guide for Rugby coaches to develop an aggressive, organized, and effective defensive line that shuts down attacking plays before they start.
Kick Chase and Catch Drill: Mastering Territorial Pressure and Aerial Contest
Master the art of the kick chase to turn territorial kicks into attacking opportunities through coordinated pressure and safe aerial contests.
Rugby set plays (134)
Forward Pod Play with Late Offload Option
A session-ready forward-pod pattern that helps coaches create gainline momentum, challenge the guard-defender pair, and release a safe late offload into the next attacking wave.
Hawk: Middle-Pod Lineout Steal on Opposition Throw
Teach a legal, repeatable middle-pod lineout steal that wins opposition ball and immediately converts it into organised attacking possession.
Rugby Union Scrum Blindside Attack: 6-Peel to Wing Finish
Teach a reliable short-side scrum strike in which the blindside flanker peels off No. 9, reads the inside defender, and either carries through the front door or releases the wing into the 2m channel.
Rugby Own-22 Exit 1: Screen, Clear and Chase
A session-ready Rugby Union exit strategy that teaches your team to turn stable own-22 ruck ball into territory, pressure, and a connected chase.
Own 22 Exit: Screen to 15, Contestable Clearance and Counter-Punch
Build a calm, repeatable exit from your own 22 that gives the fly-half three clear answers: clearance, contestable kick, or an edge counter-punch.
Rugby Union Box Kick Chase & Press: Win the Air, Own the Next Phase
A coach-ready system for turning a box kick into a legal aerial contest, connected chase wave and touchline pressure play.
Opposition Throw Lineout Steal: Middle Pod, Secure Landing and Fast Exit
Coach a legal, repeatable middle-pod lineout steal that turns an opposition throw into clean possession and an immediate attacking exit.
Penalty-to-Corner 5m Lineout: Front-Drive Attack
Teach a decisive penalty-to-touch lineout that turns a five-metre attacking platform into a compact front-drive maul, with a 9–10 exit when the defence overcommits.
Scrum Blindside Zip: One-Pass Edge Attack
Coach a fast, repeatable blindside scrum strike that uses a flat wing line, a square decoy and immediate inside support to win the narrow channel.
Wide-Overlap Lineout: Fix-and-Release to the Open-Side Wing
A coach-ready lineout launch that turns a clean five-man catch into a fast, connected wide overlap and a clear finish for the open-side wing.
Forward Pod Play with Offload Option: Win the Seam, Release the Back Door
A coach-ready attacking pattern that teaches a three-forward pod to win the gain-line seam, make a disciplined offload decision, and reload quickly when the release is not on.
Rugby Union Penalty Corner Attack: Tap–Sweep Edge Play
A coach-ready tap-penalty pattern that uses a hard midfield decoy and a sweeping fullback to create a high-quality edge decision close to the try line.
First-Phase Backs: 13-Edge Launch From Ruck
A coach-ready first-phase ruck play that uses a hard 12 decoy and a square 13 to put the wing into space without sacrificing the direct carry.
Rugby Lineout Steal: Middle-Pod Mirror on Opposition Throw
A coach-ready defensive lineout steal that teaches a legal, timed middle-pod mirror, safe aerial contest, and immediate scrum-half exit.
Shadow 5: Middle-Pod Lineout Steal on Opposition Throw
A coach-ready defensive lineout system for reading a predictable middle throw, winning the ball cleanly, and converting the steal into a fast nine exit.
Penalty Corner Attack: The 'Crash & Cut' Pod System
A high-percentage attacking shape from a 5m lineout that manipulates edge defenders and creates scoring channels through hard forward carries and a sharp midfield cut-back.
The Defensive Lineout Steal: Attacking the Middle Catch Point
Disrupt opposition possession and launch immediate counter-attacks by mastering the timing, lift, and execution of a middle-channel lineout steal.
Penalty Corner Attack Play: The 10-12-13 Pod Strike
A structured and dynamic set play designed to manipulate the defensive line off a penalty or free-kick, creating a high-percentage scoring opportunity on the edges.
Box Kick Exit Strategy from the 22-Meter Line
A reliable, structured exit strategy designed to clear your lines safely, contest possession in the air, and transition effectively into defense.
First-Phase Backline Strike: 10–12–13–15 Sweep
Coach a fast, flexible first-phase backline strike that uses a hard 13 line to free a sweeping fullback and create an edge break.
The Decoy Crash Ball: Breaking the Gainline
Master the art of the crash ball by incorporating effective decoy runners to manipulate the defense and guarantee gainline success.
Forward Pod Attack: The Late Offload Option
Equip your forward pack to bend the defensive line with connected carrying, and teach them to read the contact picture to deliver a devastating late offload.
Blindside Strike: Number 8 Pick & Go with Flat Support
Exploit the narrow channel from a 5m scrum with this aggressive blindside attack, utilizing your Number 8 and a flat-running blindside flanker to break the gain line and set up a wide second phase.
Red Zone Dominance: The 'Tap & Strike' Penalty Corner Attack
A multi-phase set piece designed to manipulate defensive lines near the try line, creating immediate momentum before exploiting wide overlaps or close-quarter mismatches.
Wide Overlap Play from Lineout: The 'Sweep' Move
Learn how to manufacture a 3v2 wide overlap off first-phase lineout ball using a sweeping fullback line to outflank the defense.
Scrum Play: The Blindside Strike
Exploit the narrow channel with this devastating 8-9-11 blindside attack off a solid scrum platform, designed to isolate the defending winger and create line breaks.
Box Kick Chase and Press Play: Mastering the Aerial Contest
Equip your team with a highly effective exit and attacking transition strategy by mastering the box kick chase, organized press, and subsequent turnover attack.
The Front-Block Lineout Steal & Counter-Attack
Master the art of contesting the opposition's lineout at the front block to secure turnover ball and immediately launch a devastating counter-attack.
Forward Pod Play with Offload Option
Master the forward pod drive with an aggressive offload option to punch through the gain line and exploit defensive gaps.
Mastering the First Phase: The Crash & Wrap Attacking Backs Play
Equip your backline with a versatile first-phase attacking structure that creates overlaps, manipulates defensive spacing, and ensures front-foot ball.
The 'Mirror & Spring' Lineout Steal & Counter
Master the art of reading the opposition throw, disrupting their set piece, and launching a devastating counter-attack from stolen lineout ball.
The Launchpad: Elite Kick-Off Reception and Counter-Attack
Transform defensive kick-off receptions into devastating attacking platforms with this structured counter-attack system.
The Hammer Pod: Forward Drive with Inside Offload
Master this aggressive forward pod play designed to dent the defensive line and create second-phase attacking space through a well-timed inside offload.
The Box Kick Chase and Pincer Press: A Masterclass in Territory Control
Master the art of the box kick chase with this comprehensive guide to establishing a dominant pincer press, forcing turnovers, and exploiting disorganized defenses in the opposition 22m.
Forward Pod Play with Offload Option
Master the 3-man forward pod to generate quick ball, punch through the defensive line, and create line breaks with a perfectly timed offload.
Penalty Corner Attack: The Triple-Threat Red Zone Strike
Master this highly effective penalty play that forces the defence to commit, creating overlaps out wide or soft shoulders for your tight five to exploit near the try line.
Mastering the Exit: 22-Metre Box Kick & Chase Strategy
A structured, low-risk exit strategy from your own 22 designed to clear lines, relieve pressure, and compete for territory.
Attacking Backs: Wide Shift off First Phase
Learn how to exploit the outside channel off a stable scrum by drawing defenders in and creating a numerical advantage out wide.
The Hammer Pod: Forward Carry with Dynamic Offload Option
Master the art of the 3-man forward pod to generate quick ball, break the gainline, and unleash your backline through targeted offloading.
The Hammer & Anvil: Crash Ball Play with Decoy Runners
Master the art of defensive line manipulation using a hard-running crash ball carrier supported by deceptive decoy lines to create overlaps and front-foot ball.
The Box Kick Chase & Press: A Masterclass in Territorial Pressure
Master the art of the box kick chase to turn a defensive exit strategy into an aggressive, turnover-generating attacking platform.
Blindside Strike: 8-9-6 Scrum Attack
Exploit the narrow channel with this aggressive blindside scrum play, utilizing your No.8, Scrum-half, and Blindside Flanker to overload the defense and create line breaks.
First Phase Attack: The Switch and Wrap
A dynamic first-phase attacking move designed to manipulate the defensive line, creating space out wide through a dummy switch and an overlapping fullback.
Wide Overlap Play from Lineout: Creating and Exploiting the Edge
Learn how to effectively stretch the opposition defense and create a decisive wide overlap from a structured lineout, using the fullback to create the extra man.
The 22-Metre Fortress: Wide Exit Strategy Play
Master a structured, multi-phase exit strategy to safely and aggressively clear your lines from deep within your own 22-metre area.
Box Kick Chase & Press Play: Dominating the Transition
Master the art of the box kick and subsequent chase to pin the opposition in their 22 and force critical turnovers.
Dynamic Kick-Off Reception & Wide Channel Counter-Attack
Turn defensive restarts into lethal attacking opportunities with this structured reception and rapid counter-attack set play.
Blindside Attack from the Scrum: Creating the Overlap
Master this low-risk, high-reward scrum set play to exploit the narrow channel, isolate defenders, and generate quick front-foot ball.
Forward Pod Play with Offload Option
Master the forward pod structure to consistently break the gain line and unleash devastating offloads in the middle third of the pitch.
The Hawk: Lineout Steal on Opposition Throw
Disrupt the opposition's primary attacking platform and launch a devastating counter-attack from stolen lineout ball.
Wide Overlap Play from Lineout: Stretching the Defence
Learn how to execute a precision wide overlap play from a lineout, designed to stretch the opposition defence and create scoring opportunities on the edges.
The Decoy Crash: Creating Second-Phase Space
Learn how to use flat and wide decoy runners to isolate a defender, crash the gain line, and create disorganization for devastating second-phase attacks.
The 'Strike' Play: Attacking Backs Move Off First Phase
A highly effective first-phase attacking move designed to manipulate the defensive line, isolate a defender, and unleash your outside backs into open space.
Penalty Corner Attack Play: The 'Blindside Strike'
A high-percentage attacking set play designed to manipulate the defensive line from a 5-metre penalty, creating overlaps on the blindside or a direct strike channel for your backline.
Wide Overlap Play from Lineout: The 'Slice' Move
A high-tempo attacking set play from a full lineout designed to manipulate the defensive line, draw the outside centre, and create a lethal wide overlap for your winger.
Exit Strategy: The 22-Metre Clearance and Counter-Attack Play
Master the art of relieving pressure and turning defence into attack with this comprehensive exit strategy from your own 22-metre line.
Blindside Strike: Exploiting the Short Side from the Scrum
Learn how to manipulate the opposition defense and create numerical advantages on the blindside with this devastating scrum set play.
Attacking Backs Move Off First Phase: The Flat Line Strike
Master this essential first-phase backs move to manipulate the defensive line, create space out wide, and unleash your fullback as a lethal strike runner.
Box Kick Chase and Press: The Ultimate Defensive Transition Play
Master the art of the box kick chase to transition from attack to defense on your terms, turning a clearance kick into a lethal turnover opportunity.
Crash Ball Play with Decoy Runners: Breaking the Gainline
Learn how to effectively deploy a crash ball set play with decoy runners to break the gainline and create quick front-foot ball.
Blindside Strike: 8-9-11 Scrum Attack
A high-percentage attacking scrum play designed to exploit space on the blindside using quick ball off the base, isolating the defending flanker.
Mastering the Kick-Off Reception and Counter-Attack
Learn how to secure possession from restarts and launch devastating counter-attacks to immediately put the opposition under pressure.
Forward Pod Play with Offload Option: The 'Hammer' Call
Master the 'Hammer' call to break the gain line and create rapid second-phase momentum using a tight forward pod with dynamic offload options.
The Viper: Opposition Lineout Steal & Counter-Attack
Dominate the set piece by disrupting the opposition's throw and launching a devastating counter-attack from stolen ball.
The 'Mirror & Spring' Lineout Steal: Disrupting the Opposition Throw
Master the timing, positioning, and explosive lifting required to steal opposition lineout ball and launch a devastating counter-attack.
Penalty Corner Attack: The Blindside Wrap & Switch
A devastating attacking set piece from a 5-metre penalty, designed to manipulate the defensive line and create scoring opportunities on the blindside or through a wide overlap.
Mastering the Scrum Blindside Attack: An Essential Back-Row Play
Learn how to exploit the short side of the pitch from a scrum, utilizing your Number 8 and blindside flanker to create an overlap and break the gain line.
Wide Overlap Play from Lineout: The 'Sweep' Strike Move
A devastating attacking set play designed to draw in the midfield defence and exploit space in the wide channels from a solid lineout platform.
Exit Strategy Play From Own 22
Master the critical defensive exit strategy with structured kicking, organized chasing, and effective transition play to relieve pressure and gain territory.
Forward Pod Play with Offload Option: Penetrating the Defensive Line
Equip your forwards with a dynamic pod structure that draws defenders and creates line-break opportunities through well-timed offloads.
Attacking Backs: First Phase Strike Plays to Break the Gain Line
Master the art of first-phase attacks with these structured backline set plays designed to manipulate the defence, create overlaps, and guarantee go-forward ball.
Forward Pod Play with Inside Offload Option
A dynamic 3-man forward pod sequence designed to break the gainline and release quick ball to the backs via a targeted inside offload.
The Ironclad Exit: Executing a Flawless 22-Metre Exit Play
Master the art of escaping your own 22 with this comprehensive, multi-phase exit strategy designed to relieve pressure and turn defence into attack.
Forward Pod Strike: The 3-Man Drive with Outside Offload
Master the 3-man forward pod system to dent the gainline and unleash support runners with a perfectly timed offload.
The Box Kick Exit: Securing Territory from Your Own 22
Master the essential 9-10 box kick exit strategy to relieve pressure, secure territory, and turn defense into attack from within your own 22-metre zone.
The Hammer Pod: Forward Drive with Offload Options
Master the 'Hammer Pod' to generate quick front-foot ball, suck in defenders, and unleash your backs or support runners through targeted offloads.
The 'Safe House' Exit: Executing a Flawless 22m Clearance
Master the art of relieving pressure from deep in your own 22 with this structured, low-risk kick-exit strategy that guarantees territory gain and sets up a robust defensive chase.
The Shield & Strike: Own 22 Exit Strategy
Master the art of exiting your own 22 with this secure, multi-option set play designed to relieve pressure and gain maximum territory.
Box Kick Chase and Press Play: Mastering the Aerial Battle
Equip your team with the tactical knowledge to execute a devastating box kick chase, win the aerial battle, and dominate territory.
The 'Iron Wall' 22m Exit Strategy: Secure, Carry, and Clear
Master a structured, low-risk exit strategy from your own 22, combining secure ball retention, a gain-line forward carry, and a territorial clearance kick.
Mastering the 22m Exit: The 'Iron Shield' Clearance Play
A comprehensive guide to executing a structured, low-risk exit strategy from your own 22, ensuring territorial gain and defensive stability.
First Phase Strike: The 'Loop & Cut' Backs Move
Equip your backline with a devastating first-phase strike move designed to manipulate the defence and create overlaps on the outside.
Mastering the Forward Pod: The 3-Man Power Play with Offload Option
Equip your forwards with a dynamic 3-man pod structure that guarantees gain-line success while creating lethal second-phase attacking options through precise offloading.
Attacking Backs Move Off First Phase: The 'Crash & Wide' Option
A fundamental set play designed to manipulate the defense off first-phase possession, creating options for both direct penetration and wide exploitation.
Blindside Strike: The Scrum-Half to Flanker Peel
Exploit the narrow channel with a rapid scrum-half to blindside flanker attack, catching the defense off guard and creating immediate front-foot ball.
Lineout Steal & Strike: The 'Tip-Back' Counter Attack
Disrupt the opposition's primary possession platform and launch an immediate, devastating counter-attack against a disorganized defensive line.
Kick-Off Reception and Counter-Attack: The 'Wide Strike' Strategy
Master the critical transition from kick-off reception to a lethal counter-attack, exploiting disorganized defenses in the wide channels.
The 15-Metre Striker: Penalty Corner Attack Play
A highly effective set play designed to exploit a disorganized defense near the try line following a penalty, using misdirection and hard running lines.
Kick-off Reception and Wide Counter-Attack Play
Master the crucial transition from receiving a kick-off to launching a devastating, structured counter-attack that catches the defense disorganized.
Blindside Strike: The 8-9-11 Scrum Play
A devastatingly simple yet effective blindside scrum attack designed to isolate the defending winger and create a two-on-one overlap in the 15-metre channel.
Wide Overlap Play from Lineout: The Ultimate Game-Breaker
Learn how to systematically dismantle a defense from a set piece by executing a precision wide overlap play that isolates defenders and releases your fastest players.
The 22-Metre Fortress: Master the Box Kick Exit Strategy
A structured, low-risk exit strategy from your own 22 that relieves pressure, clears your lines, and creates counter-attacking opportunities through a disciplined box kick sequence.
The Disruptor: Lineout Steal & Counter-Attack on Opposition Throw
Master the art of reading the opposition throw, executing a clean steal, and launching a devastating counter-attack from disorganized defense.
Kick-Off Reception and Counter-Attack Play
Master the crucial transition from kick-off reception to a devastating wide counter-attack to catch the defense unorganised.
Forward Pod Play with Offload Option: Punching Through the Defensive Line
Learn how to deploy a three-man forward pod to generate front-foot ball, suck in defenders, and execute a perfectly timed offload to a supporting runner in space.
The 'Crash & Wrap' Penalty Corner Attack
A devastating penalty set play designed to commit defenders centrally before striking out wide, perfect for breaking down an organized 10-metre defensive line.
Crash Ball Play with Decoy Runners: Breaking the Gain Line
Master the art of penetrating the defensive line using a powerful crash ball carrier supported by deceptive decoy runners to create uncertainty and exploit gaps.
The "Criss-Cross" Backline Move: Unleashing Attacking Power off First Phase
Master the art of first-phase attacking with this dynamic criss-cross backline move designed to manipulate defenses, create overlaps, and generate immediate go-forward momentum.
Scrum 8-9-11 Blindside Strike
A devastatingly effective set play to exploit a narrow blindside defence off a scrum, using the Number 8, Scrum-half, and Blindside Wing.
Wide Overlap Play from Lineout: The 'Whip' Attack
A devastating attacking move from a lineout that manipulates the defense with hard decoy lines to create a numerical advantage on the far touchline.
Switch & Go: Attacking Backs Move Off First Phase
Master the 'Switch & Go' — a first-phase backs move that uses a midfield switch between the fly-half and inside centre to commit defenders, create an overlap, and unlock space out wide.
Mastering the Box Kick Chase and Press Play: A Complete Guide
Learn how to execute a perfectly timed box kick and aggressive chase line to trap the opposition deep in their own half and force crucial turnovers.
Wide Overlap Strike: Lineout to Edge Finish
A devastating attacking set play designed to manipulate the defensive line off a 4-man lineout, creating a decisive 3v1 overlap for your wingers to exploit.
Crash Ball with Decoy Runners: Dominating the Gain Line
Master the crash ball play with coordinated decoy runners to punch through the defensive line, create second-phase momentum, and unlock the wide channels for your backs.
The 'Crash and Wide' First Phase Strike: Unleashing Your Backs
A highly effective first-phase set play designed to manipulate the defensive line, creating space out wide by committing interior defenders with hard decoy lines.
Lineout Steal Play: Winning Possession on Opposition Throw
Master the art of the lineout steal — a high-impact set-piece weapon that disrupts opposition ball, creates immediate attacking opportunities, and shifts psychological momentum in your favour.
The Crash Ball Play with Decoy Runners
Learn how to effectively execute a crash ball set play using decoy runners to freeze defenders, commit tacklers, and create space on the outside.
Crash Ball Play with Decoy Runners
Master the art of breaking the gain line with this essential crash ball set play, using decoy runners to freeze defenders and create front-foot ball.
Wide Overlap Play from Lineout
A high-tempo attacking set play designed to stretch the defense from a lineout and exploit space on the far edge using a fullback loop.
Kick-Off Reception & Counter-Attack: The 'Deep Strike' System
Master the 'Deep Strike' system to turn every kick-off into a structured counter-attacking opportunity — giving your team field position, momentum, and try-scoring chances from the first whistle.
Kick-Off Reception & Counter-Attack Masterclass
Transform defensive pressure into attacking momentum with this comprehensive kick-off reception and three-option counter-attack system.
The Defensive Deflector: Middle Lineout Steal & Counter-Attack
Master the art of disrupting opposition ball with this middle-jump lineout steal that instantly transitions into a devastating wide counter-attack.
Forward Pod Play with Offload Option: Dominating the Gain Line
Master the forward pod structure to consistently breach the gain line, generate quick ball, and create dynamic offload opportunities in tight channels.
Kick-Off Reception and Counter-Attack: The 'Wide Strike' System
Master the transition from kick-off reception to an immediate, lethal counter-attack by securing the ball and exploiting the wide channels before the defensive line resets.
The Falcon Strike: Defensive Lineout Steal and Rapid Counter-Attack
Transform opposition lineouts into your primary attacking platform with this high-pressure steal and wide counter-attack play.
Kick-Off Reception & Wide Channel Counter-Attack Play
A structured 3-phase counter-attack play designed to safely secure the kick-off, consolidate possession, and rapidly strike wide through a fullback loop.
Mastering the Box Kick: A Coach's Guide to the Chase and Press
A detailed guide for Rugby coaches on executing the perfect box kick chase and press, designed to create turnover opportunities and win the territorial battle.
Master the Wide Overlap Play from Lineout
A complete coaching guide to executing a devastating wide overlap play from a lineout, designed to stretch the defence and create scoring opportunities in the wide channels.
Mastering the Forward Pod: A Coach's Guide to the Offload Option
Learn how to coach the forward pod play with a dynamic offload option — a high-impact attacking set piece that creates momentum, crosses the gain line, and unlocks space for your backs.
The 'Sling-Shot' Counter: Mastering Kick-Off Reception & Counter-Attack
A detailed guide for rugby coaches on how to turn a defensive kick-off reception into a potent, multi-phase counter-attacking opportunity that exploits wide channel space.
Rugby Set Play: Wide Overlap from Lineout
A comprehensive guide for Rugby coaches on how to execute a wide overlap play from a lineout to create space and score tries.
Kick-Off Reception & Counter-Attack: The 'Catch, Secure, Strike' System
Master the complete kick-off reception system that transforms a defensive restart into a devastating counter-attack, using structured forward pods, a disciplined distribution spine, and a wide strike play to create overlaps in open field.
The Box Kick Exit: Escaping Your Own 22 Under Pressure
Master the structured box kick exit play that reliably moves your team out of the danger zone and into attacking territory — with coordinated chase lines, a decoy runner, and clear decision-making triggers for your 9 and 10.
Penalty Corner Attack Play: The 'Blind Shark' — Exploiting the Short Side
Master the 'Blind Shark' penalty corner set play — a three-phase, multi-option attack that exploits the short side, fixes the defensive wall, and creates a scoring opportunity wide or over the top in the attacking 22.
Lineout Steal on Opposition Throw: The Coordinated Jumper Intercept
Master the art of the coordinated lineout steal — a high-reward set-piece weapon that turns opposition possession into a counter-attacking platform.
Scrum Play: Blindside Attack — Number Eight Peel with Wing Finish
Master the blindside scrum attack by exploiting the narrow side of the field with a Number Eight peel, forward pod drive, and overlapping wing finish — a high-percentage set play that punishes defensive drift.
Crash Ball with Decoy Runners: Breaking the Defensive Line at Phase Play
Master the crash ball with decoy runners — a high-percentage attacking set play that uses misdirection and physicality to punch holes in organised defences and create second-phase scoring opportunities.
Penalty Corner Attack Play: The Driving Maul with Backline Release
Master the penalty corner driving maul with a timed backline release — a high-percentage try-scoring play that exploits defensive drift and creates overlaps near the touchline.
Exit Strategy Play from Own 22: The 'Box & Diagonal' Two-Phase Kick Exit
A structured two-phase kicking exit from your own 22 that uses a scrum-base box kick followed by a fly-half diagonal to relieve pressure, pin opponents deep, and launch your back-three into a counter-attacking position.
First Phase Backs Attack: The 12 Hard-Line with Fullback Loop
Master the most reliable first-phase attacking backs move in rugby — the 12 Hard-Line with Fullback Loop — to consistently create overlaps and put your outside backs into space off the scrum.
Forward Pod Play with Offload Option: Breaking the Defensive Line
Master the forward pod play with embedded offload option — a structured, repeatable attacking system that creates go-forward ball, draws in defenders, and unlocks space for your backline strike runners.
Box Kick Chase and Press Play: Winning Possession in the Air
Master the box kick chase and press play to turn your scrum-half's boot into a precision weapon that wins territory, creates turnovers, and puts the opposition under relentless aerial pressure.
The Shield: A Comprehensive Guide to Kick-Off Reception & Counter-Attack
Master the art of turning a defensive kick-off receipt into a potent, multi-phase counter-attack with this detailed set play for all coaching levels.
Wide Overlap Play from Lineout: Creating the Edge Advantage
Master the wide overlap play from lineout — a structured set piece that fixes the defence inside and creates a clear try-scoring opportunity for your winger in the wide channels.
