
Positions for Kick Off, get everyone to start in the middle and run to their positions so it becomes natural. repeat 3 - 5 times. Then practice recieving the ball, kick the ball to different positions, and vary the height and length.
Players should come forwards towards the ball NOT backwards. Clear call for the ball, not "meine" call should be the persons name. Prop should stay with the second row so if he jumps he can hold him up for as long as possible (Cant hit a man in the air) Catch the ball, set and then go through HHH.
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