Set Up
Line of defenders - 5m apart in staggered formation tackle shield.
Individual players move down the line  fend off each tackle in turn  right then left etc.
Make eye contact with bag holder  maintain eye contact throughout fend  move with short controlled shuffle footwork  get in close to tackle bag, take bag holders space  plant leg close to bag holders feet - engage with bent arm and then straighten  change hands ensure fingers are spread and ball held high pressed against shoulder  repeat down
in more ways than one
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