Scrum machine

A rugby union pack, training on a scrum machine.

A scrum machine, or scrummaging machine, is a padded, weighty device against which a pack of rugby football forwards can practice scrummaging, and rucking.[1]

The ideal engagement of a pack into a scrum is a simultaneous movement in the hit, shunt and drive. It is the instantaneous force exerted that makes the difference not the sum of all the forces over time. Even small packs that co-ordinate in this fashion and hit 'on the beat' can control their scrums consistently. The purpose of the scrum machine is to provide teams with a safe tool with which to improve the strength and skills of their players.[2]

A similar piece of equipment called a blocking sled is used by American football players.

Scrum machine types

The most common types are either the sled or the roller.

However, there are others, often for specific purposes or needs.

See also

References

  1. "Team Scrum Machine". School of Engineering and Physics, University of the South Pacific. Retrieved 2010-05-17.
  2. "Effective Scrummaging" (PDF). www.rugbyottawa.com. Retrieved 2010-05-17.
  3. "Indoor Scrum Machines". Retrieved 2010-05-17.

External links

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