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I play women's tens. I am new to the position of five?

I play women's tens. I am new to the position of five eight. I am told I need to stop running the ball, as I am not a forward. Can you give me some tips to help focus on my role in the team?

Donna Robbins, Rugby Player, Australia
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Donna

As a five eight the team will rely on you to make quick decisions which may include running with the ball on occasions.

But you are a key distributor and by passing the ball you can bring your other backs into the game.

Think about the player who will receive the ball after two passes - if you pass too late they will get tackled with the ball!

The best thing for you to do is to watch games and watch when and how the five eights are playing the game - then try to do the same yourself - I promise that it will become instinctive after a while.

Good luck

Simon

Simon Jones, Rugby Coach, England
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