Rugby union/Lock
Appearance
There are 2 locks on the field at one time. They are in the second row of the scrum. They also get lifted in lineouts.
Responsibilities
In the Scrum
- Keep the front row stable by backing up the props
- Guide the ball to the 8-man with their feet
- Provide a handhold for the flankers
In General Play
- Follow the ball, providing support for the runner
- Be active in the ruck
- Be ready to run the ball into the other team's defense
- Be ready to tackle the other team's big players
In the Lineout
- Responsible for getting the ball from the throw-in
- Try to take the other team's throw-in
- Is lifted into the air by props