Handling
- Hold the ball in both hands.
- Hold ball about its centre in a cradle formed by hands.
- Fingers are extended.
- Arms and elbows are relaxed.
• Hold the ball in both hands – especially forwards and inside backs.
• Use a vigorous arm movement.
• If striving for speed, hold ball in one arm on side of body away from the opposition.
• Develop a rhythmic stride and possibly a high knee action.
• Look and listen for support
Picking up the Ball
• EYES – on the ball • SPEED – decreasing • LEGS – straddle the ball; run to side • KNEES – bend low • BODY – leaning over the ball • REAR HAND – ”scooping” action • FRONT HAND – steadying action Link |