Rugby PitchsideCoaching help for U9–U13
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Bound together · walk forwardShield holder braced
Level 38 minGroups of 4, matched by sizeContact shieldsShields / bagsU10 · U11

Shield maul walk

How it works

  1. One player holds a shield, braced, feet wide.
  2. A group of three binds together around a ball carrier and walks forward into the shield, pushing the holder back 3 steps.
  3. Stay on your feet and keep the shape. Swap the shield holder each go.

Coaching points

  • Players hold the shields, never an adult.
  • Low and strong. Push with the legs, heads up.
  • Stop straight away if anyone goes down or gets twisted.

Ready for the next level when: Groups walk the shield back on their feet and in shape every time.

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