Attacking from Scrum / Maul Zone A (red arrows). 8 Off back if scrum swings openside Attack Zone B/C.
Really important the ball carrier has a chance to square the hips and engage the defense before the "roll" pass is called. The "ace" (back door option) must look to attack, not just distribute, to square the hips and create space for others.
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in more ways than one
World Rugby's lower tackle height is no longer a trial. It is law in community rugby from this season, and unions choose waist or base of the sternum. Here is how to retrain your defence.
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