Tackle characteristics and outcomes in match-play rugby league: the relationship with tackle ability and physical qualities
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Article Title | Tackle characteristics and outcomes in match-play rugby league: the relationship with tackle ability and physical qualities |
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ERA Journal ID | 214124 |
Article Category | Article |
Authors | Speranza, Michael J. A. (Author), Gabbett, Tim J. (Author), Greene, David A. (Author), Johnston, Rich D. (Author) and Townshend, Andrew D. (Author) |
Journal Title | Science and Medicine in Football |
Journal Citation | 1 (3), pp. 265-271 |
Number of Pages | 7 |
Year | 2017 |
Publisher | Taylor & Francis |
Place of Publication | United Kingdom |
ISSN | 2473-3938 |
2473-4446 | |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.1080/24733938.2017.1361041 |
Web Address (URL) | https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/24733938.2017.1361041 |
Abstract | Purpose: This study examined tackle characteristics and their relationships with match-play tackle outcomes, tackling ability, and physical qualities in rugby league players. Methods: Fifteen rugby league matches were analysed, with the tackle characteristics and outcomes of 2355 tackle events coded. Muscle strength and power tests, and a standardized assessment of tackling ability were performed in 16 players. Results: Medium body position, utilizing a shoulder or smother tackles, and producing leg drive upon contact decreased the odds of a missed tackle. Performing a front-on tackle, with a contact zone at the chest region reduced the odds of an offload. Tackling ability was significantly related to defenders moving forward prior to contact (rs = 0.60, 95% CI 0.15–0.85, P = 0.02), front-on tackles (rs = 0.53, 95% CI 0.05–0.81, P = 0.04), and displaying medium body height (rs = 0.57, 95% CI 0.10–0.83, P = 0.02) in match-play tackles. Lower-body strength was significantly related to defenders exhibiting a medium body position (rs = 0.60, 95% CI 0.15–0.85, P = 0.01) and the ball-carrier being placed on their back (rs = 0.72, 95% CI 0.35–0.90, P = 0.002). Conclusion: The findings suggest that match-play tackle performance is related to both tackle characteristics and physical qualities. |
Keywords | defence, wrestle, contact, collision, strength |
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020 | 420799. Sports science and exercise not elsewhere classified |
Public Notes | Files associated with this item cannot be displayed due to copyright restrictions. |
Byline Affiliations | Australian Catholic University |
Institute for Resilient Regions | |
Institution of Origin | University of Southern Queensland |
https://research.usq.edu.au/item/q53y3/tackle-characteristics-and-outcomes-in-match-play-rugby-league-the-relationship-with-tackle-ability-and-physical-qualities
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