
Activity Planner
Throwing - Medicine Ball Exercises
Hurling / Football — Ball Sense
A heavier ball or a light medicine ball is ideal for developing throwing skills as it focuses the player on their technique
Organisation
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Sit with legs astride; throw the ball using a two-handed overarm throw
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In the kneeling position/on one knee; using a two-handed underarm throw, throw from one side and then the other
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In a standing position use a two-handed underhand technique with the legs astride
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Progress to a basketball type throw from the front of the chest; then a two-handed overhand throw
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In a lying position, sit up and use a basketball throw
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In a lying position, sit up and use a two-handed overhand throw
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Introduce targets such as a hoop to improve the accuracy of the throw
Key Points
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Use a medicine ball of suitable weight and size
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Ensure the players have enough room to perform the exercise safely
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Focus on technique
Equipment
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An inventory of equipment to support Have a Ball exercises is available in the Resources section