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Kicking Essentials: The Ultimate Guide for Players and Coaches
 
The kicking game is one of the most exciting aspects of rugby. Few other plays have such an impact on field position and can change the course of a game in an instant. From landing the game-winning conversion in front of thousands of screaming fans, to competing with a mate in a game of Forceback down at the local park, few other skills evoke the same kind of emotions as kicking.
 
The game has undergone many changes over the past couple of decades and yet the importance of quality kicking has, and always will be, an integral part of the game. A capable kicker enables teams to employ a variety of game plans and options when competing. Different kicks can be used to manipulate and control an opposition team, and become weapons in both attack and defense situations. The importance of having a reliable kicker in your team cannot be overstated; the more competent and skillful the kicker is - the better position the team is in to win games.
 
This guide covers the fundamentals of kicking, step-by-step breakdown of eight different types of kick, troubleshooting guide, plus kicking and strengthening activities to apply at your local field.