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| Craig Coleman from Coachtalk |
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| Thursday, 26 February 2009 20:23 |
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RLCM Extract Yearbook 2000.........it is the same for defence; we put our nine top defenders against maybe 13 attackers and try to shut down the ball down without the offence breaching the line. If they can do it at training, then there is no reason why they can’t do it when the chips are down in a match. "Probably the only situation where I allow our players some latitude is on the last tackle drill, where I make the fullback and winger drop back to encourage them to swing the ball wide. "Other than that it is up to the players to create their own sense of control and dominate proceedings. Creation and domination - that is what Rugby League is all about." In terms of building a successful team from scratch, Coleman emphasises the assets of quality players and contemporary tactics as the most valuable commodities following the establishment of a positive mental attitude. He believes a good team needs good footballers, especially those that can break the line and in turn set an example for and inspire fellow teammates. These players provide lessons and role models for which young and developing players can endeavour to replicate and no matter how much they are earning, Coleman says, ‘they deserve a few more cents in every dollar for doing what is an extremely hard job well’. Keeping abreast of rule changes and gameplan trends also rates highly on Coleman’s list of desirable attributes. He identifies the advent of ‘flat attack’ and the use of interchange as of the utmost importance to coaches trying to formulate successful templates for performance, particularly in a forward-oriented team such as the ’99 Souths side. To perfect flat attack, forwards have to constantly meet the advantage line at top speed and often dummy-half passes will verge on being called forward, such is the precision. But in all the technical mechanics of perfecting such a style of play, Coleman says many teams fail to work on one basic component - evading the defence from marker. Practicing running to markers a set distance either side of the ruck is a simple yet effective way to counter the opposition, while at the same time improving service from and communication with the hooker. Coleman’s interchange philosophy centres around providing equitable expectations for both player and coach. He prefers to replace players when they still have a little bit left in the tank and he informs them, via a trainer, approximately two sets before the actual transaction is set to take place. This has three advantages. Firstly, it informs the player of ....................... Click here to buy a RLCM eBook and it will be in your PC today. Maybe other coaches at your club might be interested in the RLCM Monthly Coaching Club ? Receive 4 DVD's/CD's and a RLCM Coachtalk hard copy book monthly. AUS$34.95 per month [Credit Card only] UK AUS$39.95 includes air mail postage. * CD-ROM - RLCM Drill Books 1, 2 & 3 - 250 pages - Graphic and Animated Then receive four new resources each month January 2009 Phone Gary Roberts Or click here and email your phone number we will call you. |