TECHNIQUE

BINDING - Correct binding ensure that the forwards work as a unit. - 60 % Scrum power comes from upper body. - Hand grip must tighten on engagement. - Tight head prop needs to be comfortable. Rest of the pack, pack on him!!! ENGAGEMENT - Front row needs to go down in a low crouch position - BIG 5 Power Scrum Machine demands low engagement - Front row have to go on their toes in order to steal the hit. - Locks are the driving force on the hit. They determine the speed of engagement. - NB. Harden up shoulders - hit and work your shoulder. SCRUM POWER - Power has to come from the hips. - Scrum 20 % from legs. - Keep both feet on the ground. - Concentrate power to hooker.

Above techniques are only some of the principles of power scrums.

The BIG 5 Power Scrum Machine is guaranteed to help improve your scrum power with correct scrumming techniques.

If you are serious about improving your scrumming techniques, contact BIG 5 Rugby.