Tackle, ruck and ground work, with a coach
Ready when: Passing and decisions (i1) started and the coach and the union approve contact.
What the coach teaches
The tackle in small steps (low, head to the side of the carrier, arms wrapped until the carrier is down), going to ground safely and protecting the ball, and passing out of the breakdown quickly.
At home, safe only
None; no tackling at home.
Ask the club
The union's age rule for contact, the coach's qualification and the concussion plan.
What you can see from the side
A safe low tackle and the ball protected.
Self-check what the coach confirms
The coach clears each contact step.
Stop and get a coach when
Any blow to the head; the player must be checked before playing again.
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