Tackling in Rugby is the main way to stop the ball carrier. A good tackle can disrupt the opposition's flow, cause a turnover, and shift the momentum of a play. However it is important that tackling is done safely and within the rules to prevent risk of injury.
These should be your key focuses when making a tackle:
Aim for the hips/legs - Tackling above an opponent's shoulders is a penalty, so you must tackle below their shoulder line.
It is also easier to bring down an opponent the lower you tackle them.
Wrap and squeeze - You want to wrap your arms ideally around the opponent's legs, and squeeze your arms together to prevent their legs
from continuing running.
The video below shows tackling progression drills that you should try. They will help you gain confidence tackling and help teach you the correct form.
After you bring the opponent to the ground, you must unwrap your arms (release the player) and roll away from the tackle.
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