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Some may find that throwing a high-speed disc is not easy. Using proper throwing technique is crucial and once you learn it, the game becomes much more fun than it already is. I've chosen to share the videos that have helped me improve my game.
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I highly recommend liking and subscribing to each video that you find helpful. Let's support the disc golf community at every opportunity.
Here are some helpful videos to get you started.
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backhand grip - rightiesTop pro Eric Oakley explains how to hold a disc golf disc in order to maximize your power and control.
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grip - for leftiesLefty Zach Melton, top pro and Bob Ross look-a-like, explains proper grip for all of you lefties out there.
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puttingBy far the most important skill to maximize in disc golf is putting. In golf, the phrase "drive for show, putt for dough" also rings true for disc golf.
In this video, top pro Simon Lizotte will show you the basics of putting. |
THE PUTTING TIP I WISH I HAD LEARNED MUCH EARLIER
A lot people pick one chain link, lock on to it with their eyes, and try to putt at that exact spot.
But they're forgetting something. What angle is the disc on? When you're teeing off or throwing an approach, you are very aware of the angle you need to throw (hyzer, anhyzer, flat), so why wouldn't you be as aware of that while you're putting? You're still throwing a disc, except we labeled it "putting", which may have convoluted the idea of simply throwing a disc on a certain line, like all of our other shots. Try this: See the two chain links, visualize the exact angle of the disc, take a practice swing on that angle, then execute the putt on that same angle. Man I wish I had learned this earlier!! |
Putt with Your dominant eye
Yeah, yeah, you have pretty putting mechanics. Whatever. You still miss easy putts. What’s up with that?
Pretty mechanics are important, repeatable and will make you a consistent putter. But to take your putting to the next level, you need to start putting with your eyes.
Pretty mechanics are important, repeatable and will make you a consistent putter. But to take your putting to the next level, you need to start putting with your eyes.
Uh… yeah, kinda like that. Maybe not so crazy, but you’re on the right track.
Putting with your eyes is a concept that might make sense when you hear it but will make PERFECT sense when you apply it.
More specifically, try putting with your dominant eye. Wait, what?!
According to webmd.com:
“Ocular dominance, or dominant eye, is when you use one eye more than the other, have better vision in one eye, or can fixate on something better with one eye. Knowing which eye is dominant can be important for performing activities that require you to focus on a target. These activities include:
Baseball
Cricket
Golf
Shooting
Using a telescope
Using a microscope"
Apparently, WebMD forgot to include disc golf on their list. What's up with that? I’m going to email them a strongly worded message and use mild profanity to get my point across. WTF, WebMD??!
Anyway, look closely at one of the best putters the sport has ever seen, Paul McBeth.
Putting with your eyes is a concept that might make sense when you hear it but will make PERFECT sense when you apply it.
More specifically, try putting with your dominant eye. Wait, what?!
According to webmd.com:
“Ocular dominance, or dominant eye, is when you use one eye more than the other, have better vision in one eye, or can fixate on something better with one eye. Knowing which eye is dominant can be important for performing activities that require you to focus on a target. These activities include:
Baseball
Cricket
Golf
Shooting
Using a telescope
Using a microscope"
Apparently, WebMD forgot to include disc golf on their list. What's up with that? I’m going to email them a strongly worded message and use mild profanity to get my point across. WTF, WebMD??!
Anyway, look closely at one of the best putters the sport has ever seen, Paul McBeth.
Notice how his head is turned slightly to the left which allows him to aim his putt with his right eye, or his dominant eye. Not a bad guy to learn from.
In rare cases for right-handed players, their left eye is dominant. If that’s you, adjust accordingly.
Give it a shot. Don’t change your mechanics when you try this, simply change how you aim, using your dominant eye. Lock on to your target throughout your entire putt, from your pull down to your follow through, and reap the rewards.
Now get out there and nail those putts!
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Jump puttingWhen you're outside the circle (more than 10 meters from the basket), you are allowed to jump while putting. It's a very effective technique that can increase the power of your putts when needed.
In this video, Miles Seaborn demonstrates this technique for you. **(Loud music warning in the intro)** |
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backhandIn this video, Disc golf guru Danny Lindahl will show you how to throw the most common throw in disc golf, the backhand.
He covers grip, balance, reach back, straight pull, and practice routines. |
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ForehandLearn how to throw the forehand from one of the best forehand players ever, Nate Sexton.
Forehands generally curve left to right when thrown (by right handers), which is opposite of the right to left curve of the backhand. This makes it a great weapon on certain courses and for certain shot decisions where a backhand may be less optimal. |
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Forehand flick with putterWhen you're fairly close to the basket (75-200 feet), you may find that a forehand flick with a putter will provide you with consistent accuracy.
In this video, Shayne Holley does an excellent job of explaining the basics of the forehand putter flick. |
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Release AnglesHyzer shots, flat shots, anhyzer shots, oh my.
Those are some weird names. Danny Lindahl explains each shot and will teach you how to be consistent with your release angles by focusing on the plane of your throw. |
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Backhand rollerAlthough this video is five years old, top pro Eagle McMahon does a superb job of explaining the valuable roller shot. He covers disc stability, release angles and talks in-depth about how each different backhand roller behave on the ground.
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Roller compilationTo continue your roller improvement, watching this compilation of the best roller shots of 2019 should definitely help. Seeing the pros throw rollers 700 feet is a thing of beauty.
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Thumbers and TomahawksThumbers and Tomahawks are utility shots that you may need in situations where you need to throw a high shot over the top of something, like a tree, for example.
Top pro Eric Oakley explains and demonstrates each shot effectively in this short, but helpful video. |
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Trick shotsDisc golf is a serious sport with a professional tour, nationwide tournaments and competitive leagues, but really, it's all about having fun.
Top pro Simon Lizotte knows how to have fun more than most players and he demonstrates it in this video with some crazy trick shots. Do not try without adult supervision. ;) |
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accuracy: throwing putters, hitting gaps, and straight shotsThat's a long title but this video covers 3 very important aspects of disc golf which will help your game immensely. Watch as 3 top players do a superb job of clearly explaining and demonstrating these concepts.
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playing in the windI can't possibly overstate the importance of learning how to play in the wind. Sure, you can throw far and accurately, but once that wind kicks up, do you know what adjustments you need to make?
This video covers forehand, backhand and putting in all types of wind conditions. |