Ttqb Passing Practice (what Do You Do In Camp ?)

[Kansas Bill]

While I was galavanting all over Wichita, trying to find someone who would do field covers at the best price...

Several people said..
"Oh.. .Isn't that the game where the players went round and round..

And of course I let them know how easy it was to cure that problem..

So in my experience.. It wasn't the TTQB that got the game banished to the closet..

[Kansas Bill]

OH YA Andre... I forgot to say what I did for practice

I arrange receivers at different distances and angles all over the field.. with defenders in the way as well...

I hit pass after pass after pass...
And come away thinking I've got the art down better than before...

And then I get into a game and the cheeks get tight..
And I can't hit the broad side of a barn

[Franny-j-boy]

This is my first year getting back in the hobby and I've always loved using the TTC growing up. Reggie and you guys have really said some great things and I have been practicing a little every day with my passing game. Using a passing net is ultra helpfull.

[mantaraydre]

COACHES,

When you guys are passing what are you looking at ? are you looking at the player or are you looking at the TTQB'S passing hand ?
Also, which footballs would you say gave the best results ?

mantaray-dre and the HOUSTON TX OF THE DFW

Also, do you realy get more zip on the ball if you cut a groove into the ttqb's passing hand ?

I actually have a passing net and my ttqb at my desk at work right this very second. Ive been praticing all day in between shuffling papers. I look up and make sure the coast is clear (nobody coming) and fire off a pass then load up for the next one. I actually get all my work done and practice at the same time !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Reginald Rutledge]

Andre,

You're coming into a league where if defenders are engaged with the receiver, you still can throw to that man. But remember, you make that throw and only one good thing can happen. Two bad things can happen! So you've got to be fearless. You've got to trust your instincts! You may even have games where stadiums are involved and that further complicates the difficulty of the pass.

With that being said, such an environment along with having "The Peanut Gallery" heckling you at every opportunity, it can either sharpen your skills or make you shell-shocked! If it helps you sharpen your skills, this is what you will see:

The TTQB is aligned in a manner where the throwing arm and the aiming arm are perfectly aligned. Sometimes, I melt the aim arm to get that line of throw to be slightly lower than how Tudor design the QB's arm upward. Then I bend the leg forward and put in ice water. Simple metallugy is what will occur as the plastic will harden. It will look as if the QB is leaning way forward but he's good. At this point, everything is aligned to create a high pass completion rate.

Next, it becomes cerebral. When I use to play hoops, I thought the goal was like an ocean. As big as the wide open sea. That made scoring pretty easy for me. Similar to hoops, I take the analogy to miniature football. When I see guys in heavy coverage, it does not bother me. The target on that potential ball carrier/receiver becomes even larger! I know I only have a small area to fit the ball into but that's where training camp comes in handy. You practice those scenarios. Remember, you play in a league where running and passing is 50/50 in some instances. But because of teams being able to run schemes such as the 46, stacking, 52, and 34, it would be nice to control the game to the point where they will have to take personnel out. That's what having that passing skill will do for you.

Always remember, we've got plenty of coaches here who are more than willing to show you how to do most everything. You've just got to have supreme confidence that no matter where the hecklers are, no matter whether you've had penalties or fumbles to halt your drives, or whether you stayed up working on your team, you've got to hit that pass. And 'Dre, I have no doubt you will hit the pass.

But because of this level of difficulty, it makes for the greatest scene in electric football. The slit does help alot.

Reginald

[RPD]

Practice,Practice,Practice,, when you think you got it down,, Practice some more

[Shabby J]

Can I get a Amen up in here?!! I love it! I love it! To be honest in my opinion this is the best topic I have read in a few weeks!

Reginald, thanks you for your input, you should think of posting a pic of one your your slightly modified TTQBs.

I have learned some awesome tips, dude, I never thought of taking a TTQB and receiver to work! That is hilarious! I was sitting in my office today for 45minutes eating a sandwich and reading Fox Sports website, what a waste of time. I am going to assemble a workbound practice squad this weekend!

Awesome tips from everyone else too! Adhering a rubber piece to the front to provide friction and stability when the hands can't get in there, another brilliant idea. Wow! This is valuable information. There is nothing like winning a game because of a last minute, last ditch passing effort and making a completion that leads you to victory! I frickin' love it. That's pressure that passing sticks and sims can't replicate! Don't get me wrong I love those styles of play and use them frequently but the TTQB is OLD SCHOOL!

Long live the triple threat!


Shabby J

[mantaraydre]

REG,

when you melt the ttqb and bend it foward, isn't that a risk of breaking it around the ankles. These miggle white ttqb's are so fragile i beoke three already and once there seperated a little at the ankles there is no way to fix them, the zip on the ball is gone. I see you dont have to pull the armback that far to get a decent zip on it. This is a fun/great thead and i would love to hear more. Another thing im realizing is with that TTQB in your hand, you are the quarterback. Its all on you, your team depends on you to make the throw. Now i see what rex grossman is going through.

Most people unless they have serious errands to run spend there lunch breaks killing and waisting time. Shabby, if you look around any office, many are reading a book/magazine. In our hobby, that book must be put on the back burner. Just get 3 or 4 unpainted figs thats exactly like your receivers on your team(pratice squad) a get off a couple of throws. The nets i have work great, just surround the receiver with the nets and fire away. This is a nice way to get a little practice going during the day The MFCA have a passing/skill layout that can be downloaded and placed where you want it. Im not sure how big its or if it can be downsized a little. contact weirdwolf on that !

if you really want to get crazy paint some defenders black, get some pool cue chalk and dip the tip of the ball in it each time you throw. If the defenders have white on them, INTERCEPTION !!!!!!!!! Better yet, paint the receivers all red so the chalk shows up on the as well ! Just a thought from new york.

Mantaray -dre

[mantaraydre]

REG,

when you melt the ttqb and bend it foward, isn't that a risk of breaking it around the ankles. These miggle white ttqb's are so fragile i beoke three already and once there seperated a little at the ankles there is no way to fix them, the zip on the ball is gone. I see you dont have to pull the armback that far to get a decent zip on it. This is a fun/great thead and i would love to hear more. Another thing im realizing is with that TTQB in your hand, you are the quarterback. Its all on you, your team depends on you to make the throw. Now i see what rex grossman is going through.

Most people unless they have serious errands to run spend there lunch breaks killing and waisting time. Shabby, if you look around any office, many are reading a book/magazine. In our hobby, that book must be put on the back burner. Just get 3 or 4 unpainted figs thats exactly like your receivers on your team(pratice squad) a get off a couple of throws. The nets i have work great, just surround the receiver with the nets and fire away. This is a nice way to get a little practice going during the day The MFCA have a passing/skill layout that can be downloaded and placed where you want it. Im not sure how big its or if it can be downsized a little. contact weirdwolf on that !

if you really want to get crazy paint some defenders black, get some pool cue chalk and dip the tip of the ball in it each time you throw. If the defenders have white on them, INTERCEPTION !!!!!!!!! Better yet, paint the receivers all red so the chalk shows up on the as well ! Just a thought from new york.

Mantaray -dre

Guys,

I sent this along to Lynn and did not hear back from him. It might be of help... it might not

First:

Pick out a ttqb that you are most comfortable with and stick with it.
Do not flip back and forth between ttqb's. As all have their own "feel".
If possible try to use one the older white plastic qb's.
Epoxy or glue the ttqb to a ttc base. This will give the ttqb "consistency".
Go get yourself some felt footballs.
Second:

Learn how to hold the ttqb.
If you are right handed, hold the base with left hand using your forefinger and thumb.
Forefinger on the front of the base, while the thumb is holding the back of the base.
Only hold the base and try never to touch to qb figure.
Now, with right hand use your thumb and middle finger to hold the handle.
Use the forefinger on your right hand to pull back and release the qb's arm.
Third:

Lets' prep the ball.
Work the ball so that the split stays just slightly open and will remain on the qb's hand.
Next ball placement, now remember this; place the ball in the same position every time on the qb's hand. At the same location and angle every time.
Fourth:

Take any player on a base and place him 5 yards from the qb.
Take a few practice throws.
Angle the qb (tip forward) while maintaining some portion of the base in contact with the game board.
This should help in the accuracy department.
Don't worry if your hitting the receiver or not, concentrate on how you're holding the qb each time.
Make sure you position the ball the same way each time.
Continue to get comfortable holding the qb and releasing passes.
Fifth:

If you have followed the above steps you will start to notice that the ball will typically go straight or to one side or another.
Using the qb's extended arm as a guide, point it at the receiver and see where the ball goes when it is released. Remember to angle the qb.
If the ball goes to the right aim the arm to the left of the receiver.
If the ball goes to the left, aim the arm to the right of the receiver.
Now you should have a good feel for the direction the qb will throw.
Next lets aim and angle (or tilt) the qb and make a pass.
If the pass goes over the head of the receiver, angle the qb more.
If the pass comes up short decrease the angle.
If you are still having difficulty try looking from a side view. Before you pass to see if the qb's extended arm is pointing directly at the receiver.
Now start to use this as a guide for distance.
By repeating this process over and over you will be able to develop a "feel".
Final

Visualize where you are going to hit the receiver.
Get familiar with one qb.
Prep the ball the same each time.
Place the ball on the qb's arm consistently.
Once you can consistently hit the man at five yards move him further out.
Practice throwing over offensive and defensive lineman.
Practice throwing into coverage.
Be consistent, just as you would shoot a basketball, swing a golf club or shoot pool. Learn to repeat the mechanics over and over in a consistent manner.