It's all about the tactics!

OK, I mentioned in previous posts that I would do a little on tactics and strategies.  Here is my first attempt at a tag rugby move. The move is called "shaggy ball", however, feel free to change the name of it. 

First have a look at the short animation that I've made showing the move in motion, then I will explain what is happening and how the move should work. 

This is the layout of the move. 

• Set up for this is a roll ball 5 meters out from opposition line, this move could be used in a final tag situation
• Preferably set the ball should begin from the centre of the field in front of opposition line or slightly left of centre.
• The scrum half passes to his/her left to player in first receiving position
• The player with the ball moves forward a meter before passing back inside to their right to the player in the second receiving position
• This player lines up the kick and plays the ball into the path of the on rushing player on the wing
• While the move is being done, the player on the wing should start from deep, perhaps the half way line.  About 15 meters away from the play and begin moving when the second player is about to receive the ball

For this play to be an ultimate success there are a few ingredients required.  The receiving player on the wing should be a female player, with pace and good hands failing this a male player with pace and good hands should take up the position.  The kicker should time the kick and try and place it either just into the path of the winger or into their hands.  After that, it is down to the opposition to react and if they don't then it will be a definite try.

I will work on a few more tactics and moves and post them here accordingly.  

Enjoy.