Half field
6v5
Mid field players must get the ball to the 9 who plays wide to either 7 or 11.
7 or 11 have 1v1 with the defence to get the ball back to the 9 who runs on or score themselves.
Use feints and other techniques to beat the defender.
Get into surfer position.
Don't dive in - jockey.
If required to pass, play the way you face.
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