Split or Square Stance for Scrums [7-001]

Choose the best stance for scrummaging. Former All Black and Crusaders prop and current Crusaders forwards coach, Dave Hewett, gives instruction to players on the appropriate stance for their positions in the scrum. It is important to know the correct stance to be in while scrummaging to generate as much power as possible and also ensure strong stability of your stance for an effective scrum Level: High School & Above Categories: Scrums Coaching Points: 00:0:59.000 - Hooker and 8’s need split stance to release the power of the scrum 00:1:13.000 - In split stance the front foot is fired back not the back foot being brought forward Common Faults: #1. Incorrect foot stance for your position in the scrum #2. Feet are not shoulder width apart #3. Weight is not on the balls of his feet #4. Weight is not distributed evenly on both feet Instructions: #1. Stand in an upright position with weight on the balls of your feet. #2. Choose the appropriate stance for your position in the scrum. Contributors: #1. Dave Hewett - Former All Black and Crusaders prop, Current Crusaders Assistant Coach Hugely respected up and coming forward specialist Hewett played 22 Tests for New Zealand and 71 Super Rugby games at prop for the Crusaders. A product of the winning Crusaders environment Dave’s technical scrum ability and communication style has seen him rise rapidly through the ranks taking up a role as Crusaders Assistant Coach in 2010.