In its most basic form passing waves cover timing, lines and depth right out of the box. As Dave Ellis highlights further adaptations they can deliver much more for your players. 1st step is to assess the players’ passing ability.

This week, Ellis Rugby’s Dave Ellis starts adding dimensions to the Passing Wave – Creating the Space. The Space is always there – sometimes you just have to create it.

Run at the defender, turn their shoulder and hold them to create the space. The challenge is to execute it under pressure and fatigue. This week, Ellis Rugby’s Dave Ellis adds Defenders to the Passing Wave plus the Cut/Switch move to create space. The defence will align to match your attack – use it to create space.

Take the lead from who you are receiving the ball from to time your run onto the ball Ellis Rugby’s Dave Ellis works on timing of departure in the latest release in his Passing Waves series. Drill the skill before you put into games and under pressure.

Ellisrugby’s Dave Ellis finishes his Passing Wave series with his Petone players by adding some Competition to build the intensity. Dave also highlights the importance of Pointing after the Pass to find the Target. Players also need to set a target to receive the Pass.