Típico sistema defensivo (en inglés)

There is a "must-have" defensive system to run from your own try line.

Successfully defending pressure on your own try line can be a game turning moment. The opposition become disheartened and your players grow in self belief.

There are four key areas to defend, each with specific responsibilities.

1. The "post" who stands just more than an arm's length from the ruck to avoid being pulled in. This player tackles opponents into or behind the ruck.

2. The "guard" who stands outside the "post" and tackles opponents towards the ruck.
These two defenders must take a stance with their outside foot forwards and inside hand on the floor, thus maintaining a low, square-on position.
3. The "key" who stands further out from the "guard". Again, his job is to tackle opponents back towards the ruck. Importantly, he also calls the defensive line forwards when the ball is picked from the ruck.
4. "Man in the hole" who covers the gap behind the ruck as secondary help for the "post" players. He acts as the "eyes" for the defence and calls players over in wider defensive positions.