1. Split into 3 even groups, all players doing the same skill. 2. Begin with post up receives, without pressure. Leading in front of tyres and practicing rolling out both ways. 3. Post up with pressure. Begin with light body contact, then big bump using exercise balls. Alternate players who bump after a few tackles. 4. Post up with fake one way, then roll the other.
1. Demonstrate what a good and bad post up looks like. 2. Importance of starting behind player before leading in front. Keeping ball in midline. Strong and low base to keep balanced.
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