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Examples of Non Standard Throws in Ultimate
This video shows me throwing a scoober, thumber, hammer, push pass, high release backhand and air bounce backhand.
How to Throw a Push Pass
Find out how to throw a push pass, how to practice throwing, when it’s useful, how to defend against it and a few other tips.
How to Throw a Scoober in Ultimate
Find out how to throw a scoober, when it’s useful, how to get better at throwing a scoober, and some common mistakes people make when trying to throw.
How to Throw a Thumber in Ultimate
Find out how to throw a thumber including the different kinds of grips, how to practice throwing thumber, when to throw it and when not to and some tips for the thumber. An article discussing the finer points of the…
Throwing Practice Evolution
What follows are my thoughts on phases a player might go through as they engage in deliberate throwing practice.
These are offered so that you know what to expect and can avoid becoming stagnant.
How to Throw Air Bounce Backhand
This video, requested by a fan on Facebook, talks about throwing an air bounce backhand. I talk about how to throw it, when it should be thrown and some tips about the throw.
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.
Two different techniques to catching a disc (video)
In this video I talk about the 2 different ways you can catch a disc. The key is to practice catching and figure out what way works best for you.
Catching a disc that has a lot of spin (video)
This video explains how to catch a disc that has a lot of spin. Instead of catching the disc with your inside hand (so the disc is spinning out of your hand), it’s best to catch with your outside hand…
History of ultimate frisbee
I think it’s important to know the history of ultimate (and the frisbee) if you’re a player; partly because it’s interesting how ultimate started and partly because then you get an idea of how far ultimate has come since starting…
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…
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…
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…
Running tryouts and making cuts
From my experience coaching and playing sports, I’ve come to a few conclusions: 1. The best players aren’t usually the best coaches (more often than not they aren’t) 2. The best teams are the one who play together as a…
2009 UPA Club Championships
Title: 2009 UPA Club Championships Location: Sarasota, Florida Link out: Click here Description: The 2009 UPA Club Ultimate Championships are a brought to you by the Ultimate Players Association. More than 10,000 athletes on over 600 teams from across North…
Ultimate specific training tips
I get asked by lots of people about training for ultimate, and what sort of things I do for fitness. You can break this down into several parts which contribute to being a good player. In order to be successful,…
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…
Mechanics of Pulling – Core Power
This is an instructional video talking about how you can use your core for more power on your pulls and how to engage your entire body instead of only using your arm.
Mechanics of Pulling – Footwork and Approach
This is an instructional video showing the footwork and approach elements which are crucial in becoming a better puller. In this video I discuss my approach to the throw and where I’ve gained my inspiration from.
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…
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.
Mechanics of Pulling – Angle of the Disc and Throwing with Edges
This is an instructional video showing the different angles/edges you can throw on a pull and when it’s appropriate to use either one. I also talk about the position of the shoulders and arms to get the most power out…
Mechanics of Pulling – Sample Pulls and Final Thoughts
This is an instructional video showing some sample pulls. It was tough to film the entire pull so what I do is just show me throwing and then let you know the result of the pull. I also offer up…