Running in attack - close support of the ball carrier

The supporting player should:

• position themselves to support the ball carrier, ideally from behind which will enable them to react to the actions of the ball carrier
• communicate to the ball carrier that they are running in support
• anticipate their role in support and have their hands ready to receive an offload pass if given but also be prepared to enter a contact situation to clear a threat if necessary
• keep their distance to ensure they can react to the ball carrier’s actions, accelerate into play and onto the ball/enter the contact area rather than slowing down to catch the ball/enter the contact area
• catch pass/clear contact area and continue play