“If you have a player who has good throw-in ability,” Ferruzzi says, “you have a great tactic to set plays, because throw-ins allow you to maintain possession and begin your attack down field.”

Ferruzzi’s throw-in tips

Technique
• Maintain a good body stance with feet shoulder width apart
• Grip the ball firmly; bring it over your head and behind your shoulders
• Have good control of your abs and low back
• Maintain good tension in your back to generate snap and power
• Create a forward-moving force by releasing the ball with your arms fully extended

Adding distance
• Gain momentum by running up to the end-line
• Build strength in abs and low back to generate more power

Strategy
• Make sure teammates are aligned properly; problems occur most often when players are not in correct positions
• Get the ball on the ground as quickly as possible
• Throw to a teammate’s feet so only one touch is required to gain control
• For a set play that needs to move quickly, hit your teammate in the head so he can advance it forward or backward

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