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LINEOUTThe fundamental skills of the lineout are the throw, jump, catch and outmanoeuvring.Players within the ‘Developing the play’ stage can support the jumper, therefore the skills ofsupporting a player in the air also becomes an important technical aspect of the lineout. Thelineout can be an extremely tactical area of the game and the technical areas need to bemastered prior to developing tactical options.The ThrowStrong base with feettogether. Dominant hand slighttowards back of ball(generates the power). Other hand is used asa guideMove ball behind headto generate powerKeep elbows in to helpwith direction of throw. Throw ball in one smoothmovement. Keep elbows tight togetheras this will increase accuracy. Follow throughtowards target. Get back into thegame as quickly aspossible to supportplay.Jump, Support and CatchThe Jumper. Should get into the ‘ready position’on balls of feet, knees slightly bentand hands upOutmanoeuvre opponentDrive upwards with legs using armsto maximise height. Keep core tight throughout. The Supporters. Should start with a strong, low bodyposition with knees bent, chest out andback straightFront supporter positions hands just abovethe kneeRear supporter positions handsjust under jumper’s bottomOn the jump, supporters should driveupwards with legs and arms simultaneouslyComplete the lift by stepping in closeunderneath jumper. Complete the movement by returning thejumper back down to ground safely in splitstance to aid stability.108