Block Tackle

Objective

Win the ball with a firm, well-timed block tackle.

Equipment

• Ball
• Cones

Instructions

1. 1

   Attacker and defender face each other 2 yards apart with the ball between them.

2. 2

   Attacker tries to push the ball forward; defender plants a firm foot through the ball to block.

3. 3

   Neither player chases — reset and repeat. 10 reps each role.

Coaching Points

• ✓ Strike through the centre of the ball, not the attacker's foot.
• ✓ Keep your weight over the ball on contact.
• ✓ Non-tackling foot planted firmly for balance.

Variations

• → Add a slow dribble approach so the defender must time the block.