Rugby Set Piece

Lineout Throwing Accuracy

Hooker practices accurate lineout throws to three primary lift zones.

20 minDuration
6 playersGroup size
IntermediateDifficulty
Lineout zoneSpace needed
Rugby ballsEquipment

Setup

3 lifters at short, middle, and tail of lineout. Hooker throws from sideline.

Instructions

  1. Call a lineout move — short, middle, or tail.
  2. Hooker throws to called jumper.
  3. Lifters support the jump.
  4. Count accurate deliveries out of 10 per zone. Switch thrower every 15 throws.

Coaching Points

✓ Ball held at back, propelled with full arm extension.
✓ Aim for the jumper's hands — not their body.
✓ Consistent wind-up and release point.

Progressions

→ Add opposition lineout (passive).
→ Call is given at last moment — hooker must adjust.
→ Include a decoy call.

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