
5 man lineout props set markers for front and rear. one flannker in group and both locks. no8 and other flanker form pod in backline. from huddle lifter and jumper move to front lift position 3rd player joins back of lineout facing opposition. throw goes to "2" then to hb attacks edge of lineout before passing to forward pod.
win the race. no timing calls. hooker looks for trigger from front lifter to throw. bring ball to ground before passing to HB.lift on 45
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
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