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what is the law in lineout and scrum time for u12's?

what is the law in lineout and scrum time for u12's rugby

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Huw EvansCoach, Wales

normal Irb laws apply except that no lifting is allowed so each jumper must contest for the ball unaided.Lineout no's must be equal as dictated by the team throwing in in the usual way.

Rugby CoachCoach

Scrum now has a number 8, but he/she can't pickup and drive from the base of the scrum...unless you agree this with the other coach.

Rugby CoachCoach

U12 rules can be seen at the following link: [link removed] outs must have five in the line, no variation of numbers.

http://www.rfu.com/TheGame/Regulations/RugbyContinuum/ContinuumRulesOfPlay/Stage3MidiRugbyu11AndU12.aspx

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