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  • 3 attacks – 2 defenders
  • Scrum half passes to first receiver of group of 3
  • 3 attack 2 passing ball down line.

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  • 2 defenders move forward fast (line speed)
  • Stay balanced
  • First defender stays on 1st attacker
  • 2nd defender stays on 2nd attacker
  • Maximum line speed – close down space quickly
  • Final approach with control – shorten footwork
  • Prepare for contact – front on tackle as above.

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