How to Throw High Release Backhand
This video, requested by a fan on Facebook, talks about throwing a high release backhand. I talk about when you should/shouldn’t throw it, how to defend against the throw and a few tips for throwing.
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How to Throw a Thumber
Another type of throw in ultimate frisbee is called the thumber. It’s called a thumber because the disc is held between the thumb and the rest of the fingers and the spin on the disc is generated when you throw… Read More »How to Throw a Thumber
Deliberate Practice
Obviously you want to be practicing the right throwing techniques. You should also learn how to practice the right practice techniques. Research by psychologist K. Anders Ericsson indicates that anyone can become a master at any task if they devote… Read More »Deliberate Practice
Elements of Becoming a Better Thrower
What factors are involved in becoming a good thrower? Obviously you need to have a lot of practice. But is there more than that? I believe that there are 2 elements to becoming a good thrower: determination and the ability… Read More »Elements of Becoming a Better Thrower
Throwing a hammer
Why is it important to know how to throw a hammer? The more throws you are able to throw the better because you will be more of a threat to your opponents and the harder they will have to work… Read More »Throwing a hammer
Mechanics of Hucking – Core Power & Disc Spin
This is an instructional video talking about using your core when hucking and the importance of spin on your hucks. You can gain more power using your core and you can control the flight of the disc in any condition… Read More »Mechanics of Hucking – Core Power & Disc Spin
Mechanics of Hucking – Hucking with Edges
This is an instructional video talking about hucking with edges. When you learn how to throw with edges, you will become a better thrower overall, especially when you’re throwing in the wind.
Mechanics of Hucking – Self Coaching & Final Thoughts
This is an instructional video which is the final in the hucking series. In this video I talk about 2 of the common problems you might have when hucking and how to fix them.
How to Throw in the Wind
Why is throwing in the wind so important?
There are several reasons:
1. A team will generally run a zone defense against your team when it’s windy – hence your handlers should be confident throwing in the wind
2. When it’s very windy, the number of people who can actually throw in the wind is surprisingly low – so if you can than you’re one of the exceptions
3. It will make your throws in no wind stronger and more consistent since you understand how important it is to have spin on the disc
How to Huck Backhand
What is hucking?
Simply put, hucking is when you throw the disc far – to a receiver. When you huck, you almost always want to throw to a receiver. So it’s not just throwing the disc are far as possible (although when you’re at a high stall count this can sometimes come in handy). There are many situations when a huck is helpful so it’s not only important to know HOW to huck but also WHEN to huck. I will talk about the HOW and the WHEN with more of a focus on the HOW.
Hucking forehand
What is hucking?
Simply put, hucking is when you throw the disc far – to a receiver. When you huck, you almost always want to throw to a receiver. So it’s not just throwing the disc are far as possible (although when you’re at a high stall count this can sometimes come in handy). There are many situations when a huck is helpful so it’s not only important to know HOW to huck but also WHEN to huck. I will talk about the HOW and the WHEN with more of a focus on the HOW.
Pulling the Disc in Ultimate
Why is pulling so important?
You want your team to start on D in the best possible position. This happens when the best puller on the team (NOTE: not the best thrower) pulls. Every pull is huge no matter if it’s to start the game or if you’re pulling on universe point (game tied – next point wins). A bad pull will give the other team an advantage before they even catch the disc so you want to have the best pull every time.
How to Throw a Backhand
Why is backhand so important?
Since in a game you are going to be marked by someone, you will want to be able to throw both a backhand and a forehand. A backhand will give you more separation from your mark than a flick since you’re getting further away from your pivot foot on your throw.
Maximum Time Aloft (MTA) Drill
This is a great drill for becoming a better puller. By doing this drill, you will be able to throw the disc longer, higher and more accurately. As well, you will become better at reading the disc while in the… Read More »Maximum Time Aloft (MTA) Drill
Throwing forehand
Why is throwing forehand (flick) so important?
Since in a game you are going to be marked by someone, you will want to be able to throw both a backhand and a forehand. Generally, most teams force you to throw forehand so having a good forehand will benefit your team greatly.
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