What is the difference between loosehead and tighthead prop?
A tighthead prop is the cornerstone of a scrum, that is all of the angles of force come through him. A loosehead is tasked with trying to isolate and get under a tighthead prop, with the intention of trying to drive him up, while a tighthead tries to either pin him down using his greater weight.
Which prop is tighthead?
A tighthead prop is one of the three players at the front of the scrum. They stand on the right-hand side of the hooker. As they take most of the impact in the scrum, a prop should have plenty of strength in their upper body.
What is a loosehead prop?
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Loosehead prop is the positioning of a player in the scrums of both rugby football sports: Prop forward the left-prop in rugby league football. Loosehead prop (rugby union) in rugby union football.
What makes a good loosehead prop?
-Must have a physical presence. The opposition must know and feel your playing! -Reach as far forward as comfortable with the outside arm upon engagement. -Move quickly to support the jumper/ ball carrier.
What number is a loosehead prop?
Historical and traditional schemes
| Position | 1950s British custom | Standard modern numbering |
|---|---|---|
| Loosehead prop | 8 | 1 |
| Hooker | 9 | 2 |
| Tighthead prop | 10 | 3 |
| Lock | 11 | 4 |
How do you play loosehead propeller?
Concentrate on putting pressure on the same spot on the opposition tight head every time with your head. Adjust the height of the engagement on the opposition tight head to disrupt their engage and subsequent push. Push them off the ball, but be aware of wheeling.
How do you scrum a tighthead?
A tight head prop must bind on the opposing loose head prop by placing the right arm outside the left upper arm of the opposing loose head prop. The tight head prop must grip the loosehead prop’s jersey with the right hand only on the back or side.