A great tackle is not about brute force — it is about technique, timing and courage. Done right, it is safe and dominant.
Head Up, Shoulder In
Keep your head to the side and behind, drive your shoulder into the target, and wrap tightly. This protects you and stops the attacker cold.
Low tackles chop momentum; the legs cannot run without a base.
The bravest tackle is also the safest one — technique protects everyone.
Timing and Courage
Great defenders read the attacker and commit at the right moment. Hesitation is where injuries and missed tackles happen.
Practise proper technique at low speed before adding contact.
Key Takeaways
- Keep your head to the safe side
- Drive the shoulder and wrap tight
- Tackle low to stop momentum
- Commit fully, never hesitate
Master tackling technique and you become a defender who dominates contact without risking your body.
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