EUCF 2022 Open Final Analysis Part 4 – Universe Point – Clapham v Ranelagh

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Felix takes a play-by-play look at the final part of this match which would end up being historic, breaking it down in detail. In this part, Clapham fight back from behind to bring the match to 14-14, Universe Point.

This analysis features a look at how an offence can become ‘out of sync’ when players have differing priorities / principles, how Ranelagh stopped Clapham making a single pass off the pull at 14-13, and a close look at a controversial call on a double-layout play in universe point (thumbnail).

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Analysis: Colombia Face Off Against Australia at the World Games – Every Turnover

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In this video Noah looks at all the turnovers from the 2022 World Games group stage match between Colombia and Australia. More analysis videos in this series from the World Games are coming soon.

EUCF 2022 Open Final Analysis Part 3 – Challengers take the lead – Clapham v Ranelagh

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Felix takes a play-by-play look at the third part of this match which would end up being historic, breaking it down in great detail. In this part, Clapham come out strong after half time but Ranelagh claw it back to take a 13-12 lead going into the final part of the match.

This analysis features a look at the distinction between “return pass flow” and “continuation flow”, the difference that turning/facing infield after catching makes, and how an “empathy jump” cost Clapham dearly at a crucial moment.

How Germany Crushed Canada at The World Games

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In this video Noah looks at all the turnovers from the 2022 World Games group stage match between Germany and Canada. Thumbnail image: Levke Walczek (a new Hive patron) and Britt Dos Santos.
More analysis videos from the World Games are on our Patreon site.

EUCF 2022 Open Final Analysis Part 2 – Ireland Bring It Level – Clapham v Ranelagh

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Felix takes a deep dive into the second part of this match which would end up being historic, analysing each point in detail and finding the root causes and catalysts for the turns and scores.
In this part, Clapham falter and Ranelagh are able to bring the scores level at 7-7, Galaxy Point.

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EUCF 2022 Open Final Analysis Part 1 – Bullfrogs Start Strong

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Felix takes a deep dive into this match which would end up being historic, analysing each point in detail and finding the root causes and catalysts for the turns and scores.

Drone View – Clapham’s Team Defence

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Luke takes a look at drone footage of the team defence tactics employed by Clapham against Ring of Fire at the World Club Championships in 2022, highlighting what they did well and where they could make improvements.

Training the Next Pull Fielding Meta

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Molly Brown and Valeria Cardenas recently set a new standard for fielding the pull which involves a quick give-go off the pull catch, getting the disc back moving aggressively forwards.
Felix breaks down the method into it’s component parts and shows how you can build up a similar good pull fielding routine through training. Available for Training Tier patrons only.

How the Cardenas Sisters Supercharge Molly Brown’s Offense

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Jimmy Chaudoin analyses the play of Valeria and Manuela Cardenas for Molly Brown at the Pro Champs 2022 tournament held before USAU Nationals, in particular their impact on the offensive flow. Valeria’s flick huck and backhand give-go threats make her impossible to shut down, whilst Manuela’s athletic bids and ability to get separation in small spaces is unmatched. Molly Brown’s method for fielding pulls sees Valeria give-go aggressively downfield, often penetrating the defence.

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Rondo (2-post) Training Exercise

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This possession exercise practices 1v1 and 2v2 situations with extra support from posts (or bouncers) on offence. It’s inspired by the “Rondo” football exercises which Johan Cryff brought to Barcelona – he said “Everything that goes on in a match, except shooting, you can do in a rondo”. Rondos are said to improve player decision making, coordination, team play, creativity, competitiveness, and physical conditioning. Full video here (Training Tier patrons).