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Rugby Union/Prop
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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
In the Scrum
Support the hooker
Push back the other team
Hold the front row together
In Open Play
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
Lift the lock into the air
Be ready to stop the other team if they steal the throw-in