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Argentina XV Side To Face USA XV Argentina Rugby has named its side for the Argentina XV vs USA XV match in Fort Lauderdale.This team is made up of accomplished domestic-based players, along with some players with MLR experience and a smattering of players with full Pumas 15s or 7s appearances.This is a team of Argentine players wh...

🏉 KICKING IN RUGBY – DAY 4: THE CROSS-FIELD KICK

The cross-field kick is not a miracle play. It is a calculated attack on space.

When the defence becomes narrow, the far-side winger is isolated or the edge defender turns inward, a well-executed cross-field kick can transfer the ball faster than passing through multiple hands.

But the kick only works when the picture, timing and connection are right.

A quality cross-field kick requires:

🔴 Early recognition of an isolated edge
⚫ Clear communication between kicker and receiver
🔴 Enough height for the receiver to compete
⚫ Accuracy into space—not directly onto the defender
🔴 Support players reacting to the catch, tap-back or loose ball

Do not force the kick when the defence has numbers, the receiver is not ready or the kicker is under uncontrolled pressure.

Ratel Rugby Principle:
The cross-field kick is a pass through the air. Accuracy and connection matter more than distance.

Today’s challenge: Create an overload on one side of the field, then challenge players to recognise when the opposite edge becomes available. Score the decision, ex*****on and reaction—not only the outcome.

➡️ Coming on Day 5:
We break down the grubber kick—when to attack space behind a rushing defensive line, how to control the bounce and how support players can win the race to the ball.

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Let the games begin!