Hammer Throw
The Hammer throw is a valuable skill to have, especially for Ultimate. It is used to throw over the heads of other players.
- With the forehand grip, stand facing the receiver with the feet shoulder width apart (or more).
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Lean over to the left slightly and hold the disc above the head angled towards 11 o’clock.
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Bend the arm back from the elbow and coil the wrist back.
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Like with the forehand, think ‘flick’ rather than ‘throw’.
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Bring the forearm forwards rapidly and snap the wrist vigorously to release the disc towards the sky at a 45 Degree angle.
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The disc will fly upside down and should set out to the left before drifting round to the right.
Stig, player for 'The Brown' Ultimate team releases a Hammer throw
