Possible checklist for picking your squad for the season ahead - Good Luck! Outside Backs Safe under high ball Sound tackler Acceleration and top-end speed Understands role in defence Able to communicate/organise back three High work rate in cover defence, counterattack and backline entry Vision, running lines and timing for backline penetration (extra man) Strength in the tackle - able to stay on feet Provides threat on blindside Midfield Backs Accurate passing skills Vision - can put outsides into space Strong, accurate, intimidating tackler Strength for go-forward and able to stand in tackle Straightness in attack Able to confront/commit opponent and get ball away under pressure Able to kick accurately off either foot Excellent communication/organisation skills Understands/reads the game Speed to make outside break High work rate in support play Inside Backs Understands the game tactically General awareness/alertness Excellent vision Good communication/organisation skills Able to call the shots Decisive/authoritative Good tackler (doesnt shirk confrontation) Acceleration to make initial break Able to threaten defence (commit opponents) High work rate in support/cover defence Able to withstand pressure (physical/ mental) Organises defence Loose Forwards High work rate in support/cover Speed to breakdown/speed endurance Good running and linking skills Strong tackles Understand role in defensive pattern Able to drive ball-carrier back around fringes and turn ball over in tackle Knows running lines in attack/defence Possible lineout option Understands laws (particularly tackle ball/ruck and maul) Wins ball on ground Vision and awareness in tackle situations Exceptional fitness levels Relentless - not intimidated Good all-round skills Locks Win own lineout ball Contest opposition ball when required Strong and durable, with physical presence Agile in air, good hands and timing Low body position in contact and pushing/ grouped phases Able to concentrate on set phase first then get quickly to breakdown/in support Strong in the tackle Able to pick and go through middle of ruck Relentless - never gives in Props Strong scrummager, technically correct Strong at supporting/lifting in lineouts/at kickoff Mobile - quick to breakdown Possible lineout option at front Low body position in contact, scrum, ruck and maul Very strong in upper body and legs Durable, mentally tough Agile, explosive for pick and go through rucks Good tackler, high work rate Not intimidated Hooker Accurate thrower to lineout Strong scrummager General awareness at lineout and second phases - knows when to stay out/go in Strong tackle Exceptional fitness levels Able to apply pressure physically and psychologically, eg eyes and ears at lineout Strong in upper body and legs Able to catch, pass and run effectively with ball Accurate in ball retention Generic Qualities Will to succeed Desire High standards Team ethos Honesty Responsibility Accountability Selflessness Work ethic Not easily intimidated Understanding the game
Posted on: Thu, 06 Mar 2014 09:05:40 +0000
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