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The game stats are interesting from a number of aspects:
1. The Jags were reluctant to take the ball into contact. They had 64 rucks v Force's 94.
2. Kicks from hand about the same.
3. Force had more Offloads (20) than the Jags (17).
4. Missed Tackles have been a part of the Force's year to date. Our tackle success is one of the lowest in SR.
5. ARI's for the Force were well up with strong support for our ball carriers - but not always in response to direct threat from the Jags. 50% of our Attack Rucks had 3 or more in support of the ball carrier.
6. Clearly the Force's game plan was to NOT over-commit to Defence Rucks. 47% stand-off on Jag rucks also came about as the Jags were moving the ball very quickly. Another 36% of D Rucks only a single involvement. i.e 83% 1 or less involved.
7. I really enjoyed the passion to make an impact off the bench. There were some top cleanouts from Anaru, Pekahou, Isi & Lewis