Players begin on bellies at first cone.
on whistle run up and tackle bag or shield then run backwards to the next cone and lie on belly. Next player starts at first cone and so on.
Concentrate on technique keep bag men close to start point to prevent too large a run up.
Vary tackle shields and bags
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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