This week we look at the basic rugby skill of
catching a ball in the air under pressure
by
jumping for it.  We look at the correct skill
techniques.  

"  This is a very important basic skill for any rugby player, because the rules of rugby allows you to jump
for the ball under pressure and also stop the opposition from playing you in the air. It is unbelievable but
this very important skill is varnishing from many top rugby countries."   -
Jan Oberholzer
A video clip of the bad jumping and catching skills of a Super 14
player
Video  Clip of the bad skill.
Lets look at the correct technique of the basic
skill of catching a all in the air by jumping for it.
Animation of jumping for the ball
Coaches must help the young players to master the art of jumping for the ball
under pressure so that they can become the complete rugby players of
tomorrow.
Basic Rugby Skills
Week 24
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