Passing out of the tackle
The ball carrier should:
- have a positive mindset to move the ball out of the tackle
- hold the ball firmly in two hands to withstand the impact of the tackle
- use evasive footwork to avoid taking a front on tackle and force a side on tackle
- once tackled, drive their legs to maintain forward movement
- keep their arms free above the level of the tackle and maintain a strong two handed grip on ball
- identify support players and pass before falling to ground
- if unable to pass before falling to ground, keep their elbows tucked into their body as they fall and pass to support
- if no support available, then present the ball on landing