Rugby Union/Prop
Props are usually the some of the biggest players on the field. They are part of the scrum. There are 2 props on the field per team.
Responsibilities
[edit | edit source]In the Scrum
[edit | edit source]- Support the hooker
- Push back the other team
- Hold the front row together
In Open Play
[edit | edit source]- Follow the ball, in order to support the runner
- Mark and tackle the other team's big players
- Be active in the ruck
- Be ready to run the ball into the other team's defense
In Lineouts
[edit | edit source]- Lift the lock into the air
- Be ready to stop the other team if they steal the throw-in