Sports Rugby

Ankle Tap – Where a defender attempts to stop an attacking player by tapping him on the ankles. The defender strikes the ball carrier on the ankle from behind, causing him to lose balance.

Bomb – A high kick, generally aimed at the opposition fullback, in that hope that under pressure he drops the ball and loses possession. Also referred to as an up-and-under.

Box Kick – A high kick aimed at the opposition winger.

Breakdown – Occurs when play has been stopped temporarily and possession (especially possession of the ball) is being contested by both teams. A tackle is the main reason for a breakdown to occur.

Charge Down – The blocking of a kick by an opposition player.

Chip Kick – A short kick, usually directed over the top of the opposition’s defensive line, hoping it will be retrieved by the kicker or a team mate.

Clearing Kick – A kick aimed for the touchline, usually one is used when the team with the ball is under pressure from the opposition defence.