Away to Lateralby Brummie

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This is an aggressive handler cut that can be used to generate power position immediately from the pull

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Cutting downfield then turning sharply allows a handler to get separation while moving the disc laterally

Pre-Requisite Drills:

Tips:



    This is best practiced when receiving a pull; for quicker repetitions, begin D1 halfway down the field

    We've shown this drill in the context of receiving a pull, but it can also be used by a handler-led offence, particularly when players behind the disc are trying to get involved in the play but are being backed; see the video example

Use this drill to practice:

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Setup:

A handler, A, starts with the disc in the middle of the field.  A cutter, B, stands 5m downfield and in the middle of the width of the field, facing A.   A defender, D1, starts 15m away.

Rotation:

A > B > D1

Step 1

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  • B moves downfield into a position directly in front of A as they are about to catch the pull

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