Grade 7- Flick Pass in Handball

Passes and reception in handball

Passing – is delivering the ball to a teammate during play in a handball game.

Passing the ball helps in.

1. Speeding up the game

2. Creating scoring chances

3. Breaking tight defense

4. Releasing pressure during play

5. Expressing creative abilities during play

Qualities of a good pass

1. Accurate so that a player has no problem catching the ball.

2. Fast and timely to exploit the play chance promptly.

3. Useful – a pass should be directed to that player whose position may disadvantage the opponent.

Types of passes

There are three types of passes, namely;

• Jump pass

• Side pass

• Flick pass 3. Flick pass

A flick pass is an action made using the passing arm which quickly propels the ball forward. The release action of the ball is terminated with a forward wrist action.

Stages of execution Flick pass

Flick pass

Stages of execution

a. Preparation

1. Take a staggered stance with the leg of the non- passing arm leading.

2. Hold the ball with one hand in an open palm, fingers well spread behind it at shoulder level

3. The non-passing arm should be extended outwards for balance

4. Eyes should be focused on the target

b. Execution

1. Step with trailing foot forward

2. Push the ball forward towards the receiver

3. Release the ball by flexing the wrist and the fingers forward for a follow- through. This generates power to propel the ball and give it directions.