Playing Position Fullback

Full Back

The role of the full back first and foremost is to defend and stop the opposition from scoring. The full back generally plays on the oppositions best forward out of the goal square.

The full back may be required to kick out from opposition points scored and therefore must be an accurate and consistent kick. The expectations of the full back  player are as follows.

General

-         must have very good spoiling skills

-         must play tight and on the corridor side forcing opponent to boundary

-         must punch ball if caught behind

-         must keep feet and not go to ground if possible

-         must communicate loudly and confidently with team mates around them

-         must kick the ball well to maintain possession. If unsure kick long and wide towards the boundary.

Full Back
	Strong in body and mind
	Good size player
	Good in air, strong mark, strong body spoils to ground and capacity to keep your feet
	Good long direct kick
	Able to hit target or kick to advantage
	Ability to restrict full forwards effectiveness (Reduce possessions in the hot spot)
	Hardness
	Good decision maker
	Loud voice to fill holes and receive assistance     (Accountable, Constructive and (Instructive to teammates) STRONG CONCENTRATION