And cue the #SherAndLil instructional videos marathon for all you #NFL fans who want to follow another great sport - #rugbyleague - on your offseason!
Follow this thread!
#SuperBowl
#NFL #SuperBowl #RugbyLeague
Fullback: most complete player, last line of defence, first to making break in attack, safest hands on team.
They are responsible for catching the opposition's high & testing kicks in attack.
#NFL #SuperBowl #RugbyLeague
Hookers makes more contact with the ball than any other player.
They act as dummy half after a play the ball, swinging passes out or breaking down the opposition's defence.
#NFL #SuperBowl #RugbyLeague
Centres are in the thick of things in both attack & defence.
They create space for wingers & make that last-ditch tackle.
They have great footwork & are fast running up & down the pitch.
#NFL #SuperBowl #RugbyLeague
Stand-offs/five-eighths make important decisions in attacks.
They have excellent passing & kicking skills; place kick, drop kick, punt, they make every kick count.
#NFL #SuperBowl #RugbyLeague
A Winger needs the speed of a sprinter & hands like glue.
But the winger is not only prominent in the attack. He/she can often be the last line of defence, making important tackles.
#NFL #SuperBowl #RugbyLeague
Props bash their way through tackles & make big ones themselves when they count.
They have excellent ball handling skills & a good rugby league brain.
They are the first line in the scrum.
#NFL #SuperBowl #RugbyLeague
The Loose Forward/Lock is always right in the action.
He/she is tough on defence & very fit, as the position requires much running. He/she also has excellent handling skills.
#NFL #SuperBowl #RugbyLeague
The Halfback/Scrum Half is the link between the forwards & backs.
He/she is a very capable ball handler, a quick decision maker & has a great mind for the game.
#NFL #SuperBowl #RugbyLeague
Second Row is more than making tackles & breaking down the opposition's defence.
It’s also a great pair of hands & quick legs & an important part of the scrum.
#NFL #SuperBowl #RugbyLeague
And then there’s THIS video, teaching #rugbyleague basics.
Below shows us trying to kick & take a tackle. It’s pretty funny.
But the entire video on YouTube explains the rules & more. Plus we tackle. Link in bio.
Share this Scrolly Tale with your friends.
A Scrolly Tale is a new way to read Twitter threads with a more visually immersive experience.
Discover more beautiful Scrolly Tales like this.