Distance shot

photo: Hans van den Broek
Changes of Techniques: Distance shot; Running in Shot
As we can see in top korfball matches there are Shooting techniques that are changed.
1. The distance shot.
By the influence of the interpretation of the rule the technique of the distance shot has changed.
The rule:
3.6.n. During the game it is prohibited:
to shoot from a defended position
A shot must be considered defended when the hindering defender satisfies the following
conditions:
�� he must actively be trying to block the ball AND
�� whilst actively trying to block the ball he must
i) be within arm’s length of the attacker
ii) have his face turned towards the attacker and
iii) be nearer the post than the attacker.

The rule gives more options to the attackers to avoid actively the defender position and the hands.

That makes that the distance shot starts when the assist is straight and high. The demands of a good assists is: "High to high". The assister gives the ball from above the head the shooter receives the ball: head height.
The timing, speed and the direction of the assist makes it possible for the shooter to step backwards in a line that is centered by the post.
The shooter should move behind the “coming” ball and should make a center line with the post.
By the good assist he can make profit of the new technique.

The technique of distance shot:

The distance shot should be prepared before the shooter receives the ball.
The balance of the shooter is collected mostly on one leg, before he receives the ball. The balance foot is pointed to the post.
The ball is caught by the hands in a way that the motion of the shot can start directly.
The shooter leave some space between the ball and the middle of the palm. The elbows should be positioned comfortable under the ball.
The ball stays in front of the head.
The shooter uncoils his body with the legs, core and arm power all coordinated.
The hands are steering the ball when they extend in a straight line to the korf.
The delivery (release) of the ball is just before the full stretch of the arms.
The hands come off with a bit symmetrical backspin.