Ball carrier hits the shield, fights and performs a man on fire. Quick support cleaning and holding strong 3vs1 shield (with number 9) 4vs 2 shields
Ball presentation Footwork Hit hard Clean from bottom up Go over Push with shoulders Stay strong If more rucks (ie. Gorilla) Support already bound Push with shoulders
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