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Do rugby hookers get the yips?

We hear about the yips in golf, but we explore whether throwers can suffer tooRay Barkwill throws a lineout for Canada in 2015 (Getty Images)It was a flyer of an idea: do rugby hookers get the yips throwing in, like nervy golfers standing over …Continue reading »

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Jake Polledri on how to be a top ball-carrier

Few players carry the ball as powerfully as Jake Polledri, as he showed in the derby defeat of Bath. The Gloucester and Italy back-row explains the key elements of his art By thunder: Jake Polledri makes a break during Gloucester's win against Bath this weekend (Getty Images)Jake Polledri, the formidable Gloucester and Italy ball-carrier, explains the art of making hard yards

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Mike Haley: How to perfect your positioning at 15

Sale Sharks full-back Mike Haley gives his top tips on how to defend in different situationsBright spark: Mike Haley makes a burst for Sale Sharks. Photo: Getty ImagesSale Sharks full-back Mike Haley gives his top tips on how to defend in different situations

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Neil Jenkins: How to manage different kickers

Lions assistant coach Neil Jenkins explains how he works with the contrasting kickers on tourKicking on: Neil Jenkins works with Owen Farrell in New Zealand. Photo: Getty ImagesLions assistant coach Neil Jenkins explains how he works with the contrasting kickers on tour

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Danielle Waterman: How to sidestep

England Women’s full-back Danielle Waterman gives her top tips on fancy footworkStep ahead: Danielle Waterman en route to her solo finish against Canada in 2016. Photo: OffsideEngland Women’s full-back Danielle Waterman gives her top tips on fancy footwork

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