Phase 3 - Forward POD 2 to come off 10 or "Hammer" off 9 aiming for the centre of the field.
Forwards to get over gain line with strong line running. "Create go forward".
Secure, clean ball.
9/10 to call Tiger ball to open or blind side.
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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