I am almost 50 years old and although I played about 10 year ago for the first time, I took a break for almost 9 years. Your video on the basics was monumental in helping me get better distance and I plan on practicing my approach shot today. Thank you so much for taking the time to help those of us who needed help with the mechanics of this wonderful sport.
I just wanted to say that Scott Papa is really good at.... I guess for lack of a better word.... talking. He really communicates his lessons well. Thanks for the awesome help!!!!
@rhino111191 Thanks! You may very well be the first person that has ever given me kudos for talking. Usually everyone is trying hard to figure out how to get me to just be quiet for a moment. Talk to you more soon!
You are absolutely correct on the "different distance for different people" thing so it is truly hard to narrow that down. I am a longer putter than most and will generally use a putting motion from about 75-80 feet and in. However, from 75 to 125 I may try to "play catch" with the basket and use a little nose up air bounce toss at the target as if I was trying to throw a disc to friend and not have him move. After that, I am trying to get the disc as close to the basket as possible-approach.
How does he throw with such power as buttery as he does? It looks fantastic. I'm a scratch golfer and have just really got into this and am EXTREMELY fascinated
@CaptnCrohns Darn straight! You have no idea how hard it is to keep my legs out of the sun for long enough to get them pasty white and then hit the sun with the proper sun blocking socks. Thanks for noticing as I am a fiend when it comes to high fashion tanning.
@papatarttube Looking good Scott! noticed you were slimming down too! Thanks for the videos, please keep them coming! I too am looking forward to the sidearm tutorial for approaches.
@selkiemoony Sure, a putter is a great approach disc if that is what is in your comfort zone. I currently use a Soft Banger GT for shorter straight approaches and a Soft Focus for ones with a little hyzer. For wind situations I turn to the ESP Zone (saved my bacon at the Memorial) as it will cut through the wind and still hyzer in. When I say short I am talking 125 to 200 feet. Longer than that I generally step up to a mid so that I can throw it more lightly and have more control.
I personally don't think you should ONLY sidearm. You should work on being more versatile. I personally drive with a sidearm throw, and approach/putt with a backhand throw. I find the backhand is WAY better for trying to be accurate, and the sidearm throw is just really effortless for me to make a decent drive.
I have an esp pulse great disc goes very very far and very very fast. its over stable but nothing like a predator. i think its a 1.6 on discrafts scale. Its a good disc id recommend it. Oh!! and there is a very small thumb track on the top of the disc. makes it very comfortable in your hand.
what does anyone think about the ESP Pulse??? ive been thinking about picking one up. also i can throw a surge about 300 - 350 feet, will it be an ideal disc for me??
Informative, and well spoken, but you really have to demonstrate in these videos. We need to see the methods demonstrated. I like Nikko's instructional videos, he shows you how he throws.
I am almost 50 years old and although I played about 10 year ago for the first time, I took a break for almost 9 years. Your video on the basics was monumental in helping me get better distance and I plan on practicing my approach shot today. Thank you so much for taking the time to help those of us who needed help with the mechanics of this wonderful sport.
Always a thumbs up! Great addition, Scott. All of the Discraft Clinic videos are going to be big time classics, one day.
I like it when you call me Scott Papa,
Throw your discs in the air,
If you's a disc golf playa!!!
I just wanted to say that Scott Papa is really good at.... I guess for lack of a better word.... talking. He really communicates his lessons well. Thanks for the awesome help!!!!
@rhino111191 Thanks! You may very well be the first person that has ever given me kudos for talking. Usually everyone is trying hard to figure out how to get me to just be quiet for a moment. Talk to you more soon!
You are absolutely correct on the "different distance for different people" thing so it is truly hard to narrow that down. I am a longer putter than most and will generally use a putting motion from about 75-80 feet and in. However, from 75 to 125 I may try to "play catch" with the basket and use a little nose up air bounce toss at the target as if I was trying to throw a disc to friend and not have him move. After that, I am trying to get the disc as close to the basket as possible-approach.
this is one of my favorite DGC videos...
That's an impressive sock tan line, Scott
Scott Papa, love your vids, even after 12 year throwing they're a good refresher. You ever make it to KC look up the Mango, I'll buy the Whiskey.
How does he throw with such power as buttery as he does? It looks fantastic. I'm a scratch golfer and have just really got into this and am EXTREMELY fascinated
Best video I've seen on this so far
Love the practical tips. These are great instructional vids you're doin' here. Keep it up, please.
nice video way to break down that stance
also like the intro a lot better then the old ones
keep up the great work
DC forever!
Good info, well presented with good sound and video.
@CaptnCrohns Darn straight! You have no idea how hard it is to keep my legs out of the sun for long enough to get them pasty white and then hit the sun with the proper sun blocking socks. Thanks for noticing as I am a fiend when it comes to high fashion tanning.
@papatarttube Looking good Scott! noticed you were slimming down too! Thanks for the videos, please keep them coming! I too am looking forward to the sidearm tutorial for approaches.
That was very helpful my mid shot is week I'm going to use this and work at it
@selkiemoony Sure, a putter is a great approach disc if that is what is in your comfort zone. I currently use a Soft Banger GT for shorter straight approaches and a Soft Focus for ones with a little hyzer. For wind situations I turn to the ESP Zone (saved my bacon at the Memorial) as it will cut through the wind and still hyzer in. When I say short I am talking 125 to 200 feet. Longer than that I generally step up to a mid so that I can throw it more lightly and have more control.
Awesome instructions, going to play in a little bit here. Ill try and incorporate some of those techniques.
I personally don't think you should ONLY sidearm. You should work on being more versatile. I personally drive with a sidearm throw, and approach/putt with a backhand throw. I find the backhand is WAY better for trying to be accurate, and the sidearm throw is just really effortless for me to make a decent drive.
@guitarfreak1765 absolutely. Your instructing pro will be Big Jerm Koling on that topic. :)
awesome informative video. now one for putting!
Can we get a similar video for side arm players?
I have an esp pulse great disc goes very very far and very very fast. its over stable but nothing like a predator. i think its a 1.6 on discrafts scale. Its a good disc id recommend it. Oh!! and there is a very small thumb track on the top of the disc. makes it very comfortable in your hand.
what does anyone think about the ESP Pulse??? ive been thinking about picking one up. also i can throw a surge about 300 - 350 feet, will it be an ideal disc for me??
I love the esp pulse 174
You da man Papa.
@sportdisc
YES! Awesome!
i highly recommend the z buzz
Great info
what about using a putter?
Thanks nice video but can u make more videos often
O.K, seriously, how many takes did you have to shoot before you chained that buzz???
Informative, and well spoken, but you really have to demonstrate in these videos. We need to see the methods demonstrated. I like Nikko's instructional videos, he shows you how he throws.
I was always told not to put index finger on the rim when putting.
I just use the same grip every time