This week we look at the basic skills technique of
he  running torpedo or slip pass

"I receive an Email from the 13 year old Frank Rhyno from Singapore
asking for more information on the torpedo, or as he calls it the spin
pass. I hope the following information will help him and many others.
" -
Jan Oberholzer
The Grip
Video Clip of the Grip
The Pass
Live Video Clip of the Torpedo
Pass
The rolling hand
The steering hand
The grip with the steering hand
in front of the pushing hand
The player pulls the ball back with his eyes
already focused on the hands of the receiver.
The swing through
The player lets the ball go with his
outside hand putting the roll on the ball.
After passing the ball the
player follows the ball to
keep his balance going
Basic Rugby Skills
Week 10
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