Where can they go?
The wing defence can move in the defensive and centre third but is not allowed to enter the circle.
What do they do?
They defend the oppositions Wing attack. Contesting the centre pass and forcing the WA out wide.
Defend the WA when they have the ball ensuring they are 3 feet away. Applting pressure to the aatacking team to get a turnover.
Main focue is to stop the opposition WA getting onto the circle edge and into a good position to feed the shooters.
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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