Tackle Height Resources

Thank you to everyone who attended our pre season sessions. A bit of an info dump (apologies) – all of the key videos in the main presentation are contained in the whistle stop videos, with explaination from the match official team.Please find attached links to key RFU resources for referees ahead of the new season. These are all available from the RFU, along with more information, through the Tackle Height Hub. https://www.englandrugby.com/participation/playing/tackle-heightAll referees must be familiar and comfortable with the Domestic Law Variation. As such we request that all referees watch the “Whistle Stop” Videos prepared by the match official development team. These have a lot of video clips and talk through them. These videos are also good for coaches and supporters wishing to understand the messages being given to referees.Whistle-Stop videos

1. IntroductionThe TacklerThe Ball CarrierEscalation Process

For those who prefer to read, there is a more in depth PDF with links to videos – Law Application GuidelinesFinally, for our referees, the sanction framework, which all match officials should be familiar with and accompanies Video 4 Tackle Height Sanction Framework Informational posters for clubs can be found on the tackle hub and through these links:

• Responsibilities of the tackler posterResponsibilities of the ball carrier (Men) posterResponsibilities of the ball carrier (Women) poster

 Hope these are helpful. The season is fast approaching so please do reach out if you have any questions. Thanks Gareth