Attacking from Scrum / Maul Zone A (red arrows). 8 Off back if scrum swings openside Attack Zone B/C.
Really important the ball carrier has a chance to square the hips and engage the defense before the "roll" pass is called. The "ace" (back door option) must look to attack, not just distribute, to square the hips and create space for others.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
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