| This week we look at the basic technique of the chip kick. We teach coaches the basic skills of how their players must effectively kick this kind of kick to beat modern defenses. |
| " This is a neglected skill that is suddenly high fashion again. With drifting and rushing defenders it is a great kick to put the ball behind the defenders. " - Jan Oberholzer |
| The technique: The basic skill of Chip Kick |
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The basic technique of the Chip Kick
We look at the execution of the Chip Kick.
| The grip on the ball for the chip kick. (The ball can lean forwards or backwards - it make no difference to the kick.) |
| The player prepares for the chip kick. Look at his grip on the ball and how this player's choice is for the ball to lean forward. |
| His leg swings through with his toe pointed upwards to put some toll on the ball. |
| He lets the ball go. Look how the ball is pointing slightly forward. |
| Video Clip of the basic skill |
| The ball is immediately on a high flight to clear the defenders. |
| Basic technique of the Chip kick |
Note: The player kicks the ball with his toe pointing upwards, which enables him to get a higher flight on the ball |
The player must kick the ball in such a manner that he or a team mate can get possession of the ball again. |
| Week 47 |
| Basic Rugby Skills |
