Hitting

Explanation: The hit is mainly used to send the ball a long distance and for scoring because of the power and speed that can be generated on the ball. This is a very important shot as one hit can take 2 or 3 opponents out of the game instantly, can switch play from wing to wing or back to front, and is the most often used stroke to score a goal.

Description: In preparation for the hit a players left shoulder should be pointing at the target, with their head down and over the ball. The feet should be shoulder width apart, with the ball in line with the front (left) foot. The weight should be evenly distributed between the balls of the feet, knees bent, and hands in the shake-hands grip but both at the top of the grip.

To execute the shot the left arm should be almost straight, and the right arm a little flexed with the elbow tucked in. Once in this position start transferring body weight forward onto the left leg and hip as swinging down with the stick. Players hands and wrists should be aligned at the bottom of the swing, and the head of the stick should strike the back, lower half of the ball.

In the follow through all body weight should be transferred onto the front leg, knees should remain flexed, and eyes on the ball when striking and watch it start its journey. The arms and stick should finish in line with the target.

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