Forwards

Forwards Vs. Backs

Forwards
—  Set pieces (scrums, lineouts)
—  Crash through the middle
—  Typically do more of the tackles
—  Typically bigger, stronger people
Backs
Forwards Vs. Backs
Backs
—  More of the throwing/catching
—  Run to space, the outside
—  Typically score more points
—  Typically smaller, faster people
Misconception: Forwards vs. Backs
—  Everyone plays both offense and defense
—  Everyone tackles
—  Everyone can score
ScrumHalf
ScrumHalf
—  Throws ball into Set Pieces
—  First to the ball after tackles
—  Decides if Forwards or Backs get the ball
ScrumHalf, similar to….
—  Center- starts the play, first person with the ball
—  Quarterback- decision maker, first throw of ball
—  What else?