Both players (1&2) to start on the same side Players to rest for arms in the tackle tube and get into a low pre scrum body shape Players to work together to roll the tube forwards Things to focus on Retaining a good body position Right angles Staying compact - not long or short Scaps back! Small steps to retain strength Comms with each other To evolve the drill Add a third person (3) opposite and in between the original two This person to walk backwards Add a ball at the feet to simulate the 8 keeping the ball in a scrum
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