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If a player is unable to pass the ball before
or during contact and he cant beat the opponent, he has no
option other than to handle the situation by remaining on
his feet. When the ball carrier cannot pass out the ball then
a maul is formed.
There must be at least three players to form a maul, i.e.
the ball carrier, the supporter and the defender, all of whom
are on their feet.
The ball carrier will turn to keep the ball away from the
opponent and the supporter will ensure possession by connecting
onto the ball. If any other supporters join the maul they
will join on both sides of the opponents but ensuring they
leave the first supporter free. The supporters drive forwards
to move the contact line back, forcing the opponents to fall
back. |
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Chin up, eyes open and focus on the target area
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The ball carrier must keep the ball away from
the opposition |
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The ball carrier must not drop his head, and must keep his
spine straight in the drive |
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The ball must be made available
for the first supporter |
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Make contact with the shoulders and bind |
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Do not ground the mall |
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Communication is important |
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| Once a player hits the ground with the ball
after being tackled, if he has been unable to execute a pass,
a ruck is formed. To form a ruck the ball must be on the ground,
and two players, one from each team are bound over the ball.
In order to control the ball, the ball carrier should move
with the turn of the tackle so that he will fall on his side
ensuring his body is between the ball and the goal line of
the opponents. After he has fallen he places the ball close
to his stomach and lets go of it immediately. |
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When the ball carrier is brought to the ground he drives
forwards and drags the defender behind him, creating space
to fall and place the ball |
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Head must not be lower than hips |
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It is imperitive that players learn to protect themselves
in a ruck and should protect their team mates |
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Do not jump onto players |
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