Introducing the skill of 'striking' for the ball.
Hooker against a tackle pad, with the scrum half punting in the ball from the left hand side.
Hooker to push the ball back, with the right leg, around the outside of the left leg.
Once demonstrated striking for the ball and all players understand, let them practice the skill in a fun way.
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