Capstone Update #1

What I have accomplished so far

In terms of video creation, I have planned out what my first long form video. I plan for it to be a video on
the basics of the backhand throw and addressing three key components (grip, release, and pivot step)
that are the most important to master to have an affective and consistent backhand. To prepare I have
written notes for each component.

have bought also a wireless mic to connect to my camera as well as a tripod to make sure that my
videos are good quality.

What I plan to accomplish by the end of the (next) week

To create two long form guides on how to throw a backhand and how to throw a forehand as well as a
short form video explaining the basics of how a horizontal stack offense works. I plan to create those
videos during spring break.

My needs (materials, time, space, mentor etc.)

In terms of materials, I just need my tripod and wireless microphone to be shipped.

I need to make time on the weekend to film my videos, as well as a friend to help me with filming
(someone to catch the disc).

My biggest need is to have appropriate weather conditions when making my videos, as it needs to be
sunny and not overly windy so that the audio isn't muffled, and I can properly throw a disc.

I still need to find a mentor, which I will reach out to one of previous coaches or the school coach to
mentor me through my journey.

Challenges I encountered and how I have overcome them

Since I had to buy a lavalier microphone to connect to my phone and a tripod for the creation of my
videos, I knew beforehand I would have to spend some money for this project to improve the overall
quality of my videos. I had the goal to spend around $50 total for both items, so I watched videos on the
best budget Iphone lavalier wireless microphones and the best budget Iphone tripod. I got the
microphone for $30 and the tripod for just under $20, spending exactly $50.

Pictures/Video evidence of my progress

Notes for backhand video

Grip:

Have a firm grip when throwing a backhand for stability which creates better snap and spin on the disc

Beginners tend to have their point finger Infront of the disc to for accuracy (show example), which can
take away from a good snap and spin on the disc
The best grip for a backhand is to have a firm grip with four fingers on the rim of the disc while the
thumb hugs the top (show example)

Release/snap:

Beginners tend to exaggerate the arm swing when it comes to throwing a backhand (show example)

Exaggerating the snap at the end of the throw

To get more snap and spin on the disc you can bring the disc closer to the forearm to create a stronger
flick (show example). But make sure it's not being overdone by bending the elbow too much.

Making sure the release point is not too high (show example). Keeping it waist high (show example)

Beginners often only use one arm to throw (show example). Use the opposite hand at the beginning of
the throw for stabilization.

Pivot:

Beginners tend to step forward (show example) rather than stepping across their body (show example)

Stepping across the body gives an athletic base to work with, which helps with throwing off the mark as
it opens the ability to change the level of the release point as well as having an outstretched release
point