VIDEO: S2 backs move – detailed analysis of how and when to use it

Use this simple play from a scrum or even in open play to attack the middle of a defensive line. It’s a centre switch. Note the exact running lines of the supporting players when the line is broken.

A quick ball to 12 allows him plenty of time to go forwards to interest the defence.

12 attacks the gap between the defenders.

13 runs in behind 12 to take a short switch pass to bust through.

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12-13 Switch (S2)

in Backs moves

Best from Anywhere outside your 22. Either a scrum or lineout. It’s easy to set up from a second phase but is not good against tight defence. Why it works Defences tend to drift out more after a pass from 10. This attacks “against the grain” even more than a “10-12 switch”. It straightens the... MORE