Throwing a football poses a problem for many people because of the ball's size and unique shape. But with a little practice, you can throw like a pro. More or less. A lot of it has to do with grip and hand size. The bigger hands you have, the easier throwing the ball will be.
- Difficulty:
- Moderate
Instructions
Things You'll Need
- Footballs
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Grip the football by interlacing your fingers between the football's laces and seams.
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Protect the ball by cradling it with two hands, and hold it just under your chin as you step back to throw.
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Cock your throwing arm back with your elbow bent.
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Extend your free arm in front of you for balance; point the arm and hand at your target.
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Keep your shoulders level for a short pass (10 yards or less); dip the shoulder of your throwing arm for longer distances.
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Snap your arm forward and follow through with your shoulders and hips as your weight shifts to your front foot.
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Release the ball when your arm is slightly above your head and out to the side.
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Add velocity and spiral to the ball by flicking your wrist and fingers just as you release it.
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Finish with your index finger pointing forward and down, and with your palm facing the ground.
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Comments
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For beginners in football, playing football and trying to throw a football may be a little tough to people because of the footballs size and shape. When you’re throwing a football the two most important areas are your grip on the football and your hand size. The bigger hand you have the easier it is to throw a football. The first step in throwing a football is placing your fingers between the football’s laces and seams. Secondly when you’re about to throw keep the ball under your chin to keep the ball secure. Thirdly keep your elbow bent and your arm cocked back for nice clean and crisp delivery. Next with your non-throwing arm point towards your target or receiver. This will keep your balance and a more accurate throw. If your receiver is running a short pattern like a “down and in” or a “down and out” keep your shoulders level for a nice quick delivery. If your receiver is running a deep route like a “9 route” then dip your throwing arm for longer distances. Then snap forward and shift your weight to the front of your front foot. After releasing the ball your arm should be above your head and out to the side. If you want to add more “mustard’ onto your throw flick your wrist and fingers. Finally end your throw with your index finger pointing forward and down and your palm facing toward the ground. These steps will create a nice, crisp, and clean throw. These steps will improve your throwing skills.
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Aug 08, 2006
To throw the ball while scrambling, you should throw the ball at an angle to the opposite side of your body, or else you'll end up throwing behind your receiver (when running to the right and being right handed). When scrambling to the left side, and being right handed, you should try to turn your body so that you are at least trying to throw it straight. -
Jun 30, 2006
I really learned how to throw a football from Madden NFL 2006. When I saw the replay, the quarterback threw with his arm bent, like when you throw a baseball (if this is confusing, buy Madden NFL '07, which will come out in August). I tried it, and now the ball goes about 45 yards with perfect spiral.This is what you should do:1. Before snap, try to read defense coverage and change if need to.2. After snap, hold the ball up to your chest level.3. There's two types of throws; Bullet and Typical Pass. In any type of pass, it's important to put your leg (right if you are left handed and left if your right handed) up front and snap a wrist when you throw and release the ball above or at head level. And of course, bend your arm.4. Bullet pass, you throw dead hard. So fast other people can't see your arm. This is good, but many high school receivers (almost all of them) can't catch it. Also, you should aim before you throw or the ball will go anywhere.Make sure the pass is accurate, powerful and fast. The higher the ball goes, the farther the ball goes (but more chances to get intercepted). If you make a perfect spiral, the football goes faster.
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Jun 30, 2006
For throwers with large hands, I recommend placing fingers on the second and fourth laces as opposed to the first and third.
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Jun 30, 2006
As you get ready to kick the ball, make sure it is on its side. After you let go of the ball, kick it with the edge of toe. The best way to kick is point your foot out, so it goes forward, then kick with all your might. It works for me. When I kick, the ball goes either up or straight! It's the best way to kick when you're playing around with your friends!
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