1. Marlboro
10 and 12 take three steps up then drift across the field away from breakdown.
13 runs a switch with 10.
15 runs through the gap between 10 and 12.
10 has four options= switch with 13(1). Hit 15(2) or 12(3), and keep the ball.
Weak Side wing runs straight to be in support of either 13 or 15. Strong side links with 12 on outside
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2. Slider
Slider is a simple play where the 12 runs a wide line behind the 13 who is running a
crash. The ball is thrown behind 13 to 12 who then can either switch with 15 running
on the inside or take it out and connect with the wing. Weak side wing runs behind
the ball in support
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3. Blocker
Blocker is similar to slider. The 12 runs the wide line in front of the 13 who exploits the
space created between the 10 and 12. Weak side winger and loose forwards are support
for 13. Strong side winger and 15 run straight incase 10 goes wide to 12.
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4. Pivot
10 Pivots with the 12. The rest of the backs hold their run to allow time for pivot. 13
then runs a tight crashing line and 15 holds straight as an option. Weak side winger
runs in support of 13 or 15 depending on what option used.
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5. Option
10 has three options. Switch with 12, dummy switch with pop to 13 and dummy switch then
behind 13’s back to fifteen. Simple read play with options for 10. Weak side wing follow ball
and make self available for support
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