Backhand Throw. Ultimate Content Card. Use To. Types. Backhand Throw. Power Grip. 4 Wrist Snap

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1 Backhand Throw Purpose: The most common throw. Used to maintain possession and to move the disc with speed and accuracy. 1. Peace grip; thumb on top, pointer on rim 2. Stand sideways 3. Coil and uncoil arm 4. Power wrist snap, finger points to target Possess the disc Create open scoring attempts Transition from D to O Restart play Curve: Outside In/Inside Out Beach Backhand Air Bounce Basic Grip 1 To Target Release Disc Here Stand Sideways 4 Wrist Snap 2 3 Follow Through Level head Power Grip Weight Moves Forward Backhand Throw

2 Forehand Throw Purpose: Used to maintain possession and move the disc when being guarded closely or when the backhand is not the best option. 1. Peace grip; thumb on top, midfinger under rim 2. Face target, elbow on hip 3. Outer rim lowered 4. Power wrist snap, finger points to target Possess the disc Create open scoring attempts Transition from D to O Restart play Curve: Outside In/Inside Out Thumber Hammer Blade 1 Basic Grip 3 Forehand Grip To Target Bend Wrist Here Disc at a 45 degree angle with a slight bend at the wrist. Disc should not be parallel to the ground. Release Disc Here 4 2 Power Grip Forehand Throw

3 Clap Catch Purpose: To secure a thrown disc. The clap catch works best when the disc is approaching the receiver straight away and at torso-level. 1. Face disc 2. Spread fingers, open arms 3. Clap to catch 4. Grip to throw Maintain possession Score a goal Intercept Jump Layout Slide 1 2 3

4 C Catch Purpose: To secure a thrown disc and quickly transition to a throwing-grip to make a pass. The C catch works best when a receiver must reach to catch the disc. 1. Reach for disc 2. Create a C with hand(s) 3. Clamp to catch 4. Grip to throw Maintain possession Score a goal Intercept 1 or 2 handed Jump Layout Slide Handed 2 Handed 3 1 Handed Layout

5 Zone Offense Purpose: To attack and exploit gaps in a zone defense. Similar to soccer, offensive players are in a spread formation. Zone O relies on accurate passes and constant movement to create scoring opportunities. 1. Spread out 2. Exploit gaps 3. Pass and flow 4. Communicate Attack a zone defense Possess the disc Create space to score 2 or 3 Handler Vertical spread Horizontal spread Handler

6 Stack Offense Purpose: Players, in line formation, systematically move in and out of line to create backhand and forehand passing lanes for the thrower. 1. Stack 2. Cut 3. Catch or Clear 4. Flow Advance the disc Maintain possession Create space to score Attack the goal Vertical Horizontal Diagonal Split 2 1 Vertical Horizontal

7 The Force Defense Purpose: A common defense used against the stack offense. This defensive strategy forces the handler to throw in the direction of defenders (force side). 1. Match-up 2. Mark handler 3. Call force side 4. Hold the force Defend space Defend the end zone Create turnovers Force backhand Force forehand Force Side Break Side Dump Side Marking the Handler Holding the Force

8 Zone Defense Purpose: To defend against scoring and create turnovers. The type of defense selected depends on opponent s offensive strategy, the defensive team s attributes and weather and field conditions. 1. Know Your Zone 2. Protect Your Zone 3. Communicate Defend space Defend the end zone Create turnovers Cup Wall Wedge Cup Wall

9 Observer s Signals Purpose: To uphold Spirit of the Game, assist players in managing contest and communicate rules. Signals are the sign language of the game. 1. Know the rules/signals 2. See the play 3. Be active 4. Whistle then signal Uphold Spirit of the Game Communicate violations Maintain game pace & Tips Type: Sideline Observer Be respectful Be decisive Be composed In/Out of Bounds Stall Count Contact Foul Misconduct Goal Traveling