
Open field play
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- Keep up with play
- Protect the space for players to use
- Keep a wide view of the field of play
Watch for:
- Players who charge or obstruct opponents who are not near the ball (attackers and defenders)
- Players who ‘clear out’ without legally joining the ruck/maul
- Players who ‘tackle’ without attempting to use the arms
Check that:
- Tackler contact remains below the shoulder level
- Hand-offs are performed legally