Utilizing The Rugby Tackle Ring

I love this piece of equipment, especially when working with younger or newer players. Why?

It is low impact

I am a big believer that you can coach the tackle in low impact environments. This allows the player to concentrate on good technique without the rigors of constantly tackling live.

Practice tracking and tackle timing

A fundamental part of a successful tackle is tracking. This is how a player enters the tackle area. The Tackle Ring, when rolled, can help develop footwork and timing. The Tackle Ring can also be rolled at different speeds and angles to change the stimulus for the tackler.

Practice head and neck positioning

For player safety, coaching the player not to put their head and neck across the ball-carrier is important. The Tackle Ring allows the player to practice the technique of getting the head and neck on the optimal side for a safer tackle.

Perfect height to practice leg tackles

I often find using traditional tackle pads encourages players to tackle around the chest area. If you are looking to develop lower tackles in a low impact setting, the Tackle Ring is a great height to focus on this. It helps players manage footwork, body height and timing to execute a leg tackle.

It is fun to use

The Tackle Ring is a fun piece of equipment to use. You can use your imagination to create fun activities.

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