Author Archives: Martin Corry

About Martin Corry

Ex Leicester / England & Lions Player

Back Row Defensive Principles in Phase Play

Posted on October 16, 2011 by Martin Corry

Martin takes a close look at how to defend whilst playing in the back row in general phase play. Continue reading →

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Don’t Look Back in Anger…

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Martin Corry

Cozza reflects on England’s World Cup. Continue reading →

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England’s Bravehearts

Posted on September 28, 2011 by Martin Corry

England’s Bravehearts With England perhaps stuttering at times, but doing enough so far, Saturday’s match v Scotland is the start of what can be described as the knock-out stages of the RWC. Every game from now on is a cup … Continue reading →

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England’s Inauspicious Start

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Martin Corry

Martin looks back at England’s opening game. Continue reading →

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The Lineout – Types Of Delivery

Posted on September 4, 2011 by Martin Corry

Types of Delivery Off the Top This is a controlled pass from the jumper at or near the top of his jump. Always practice catching the ball then passing as opposed to just deflecting the ball down. Lifters hold the … Continue reading →

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England in the balance

Posted on August 27, 2011 by Martin Corry

Balance I must say that the England squad announcement was surprising in some respects, but consistent and dare I say predictable in others. I want to focus on the balance of the side, the centre selection, and the effect Danny … Continue reading →

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Prescriptive Benefits!

Posted on August 20, 2011 by Martin Corry

Prescriptive Benefits! A lot of column inches have been devoted to England’s underwhelming display at Cardiff on Saturday, many of those suggesting England played in quite a sterile and un-ambitious way. However, after studying the video over the last few … Continue reading →

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The Lineout – Formation & Options

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Martin Corry

Formations and options A lineout can be formed by 2 to 7 players (not including the thrower) There are a number of formations which can be used to give your team the greatest chance of winning the ball and also … Continue reading →

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Making the Cut

Posted on August 4, 2011 by Martin Corry

So, 5 down and ten to go as Martin Johnson and his team have released another 5 players from their 45 man pre-world up squad. I thought it might be interesting this week to examine those omitted and look behind … Continue reading →

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Back Row Scrum Defence With Scrum Half

Posted on July 31, 2011 by Martin Corry

Martin talks about his preferences for defending in the back row in combination with the scrum half. Continue reading →

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