Defensive Roles

PositionCallRoleWho to DefendAfter breakdown
Guard11st to the break down, set far side first, every breakdown must have one each side1st Channel – Pick & Go or Switch option if 9 picksWork hard to realign for next breakdown
Body Guard23rd and 4th to the breakdown, not necessary on blind side if numbers don’t require2nd Channel – 9 if he picks, Tackle assist guardFind connection with 3 then Work hard to realign for next breakdown
v 1st reciever3Line up on 1st receiver, stay low, look for ankle tackle unless mismatch, get off line hard1st receiver – stay connected , bring line speedLead line up once ball had gone from 1st receiver

Attacking Roles

PlayerCallDecisionOther Roles
Ball CarrierN/ADo I need to stay on my feet to wait for support?/Can we get quick ball if I go down?Work hard on during and after contact to protect possession
1st Man“Stay Up” / “Deck”Am I close enough to secure/clear the ruck effectively?Clear out defenders and take them out of the game
2nd Man“Bridge” or “Clear”Am I needed to secure the ball at the breakdown? Can I keep the ball alive? Can I support the 1st Man?Clear out defenders and take them out of the game
9“Bridge” or “Clear”Slow ball or quick ball?