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LTPDst3cover.qxd (Page 1) - Scottish Rugby Union

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SCRUM FORMATIONForming the scrumShoulders all square, and visible from the front.Hips as close together as possible between allplayers.Props stand with feet square and shoulder-widthapart. Hooker stands in a split stance with rightfoot slightly further forward.Players get into crouch position by bending fromthe hips and pointing bottoms out.Hooker takes the weight of the scrum on theirright foot and holds the props steady.Second row bindingsWaistband bindPros - Allows prop leg mobilityCons - Not very tight- Can pull prop down.Pocket bindPros - Very tight bind- Pulls scrum together- Second row won’t slide over propCons - Can reduce mobility if too low.Around the waist bindPros - Pulls scrum together- Can be more comfortableCons - Second row can slip up prop’s back.Back row setupNo. 8 - Set up:- Bind onto second row’s back- Split stance with flat back to aid stability ofsecond rows- Release front foot (similar to hooker) whenengaging.Flanker - Set-up:Option 1 - Same knee, same shoulder - same astackle technique - helps keep shoulder tight onprop.Option 2 - both feet parallel like props - can helpkeep power vertical through the scrum.No. 8 & Flanker - Feet Position:Keep both feet on ground during engagement.Small steps forward during engagement.102

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