The Hammer. Big. Bold. Daring. Maybe even Desperate. The Hammer is a throw very different from the flick or the backhand. Why? Because it flies upside down.
While "normal" throws are released right-side up for utmost distance and accuracy, the hammer flies upside down, making it a little more difficult to place that spot-on pass. However, a throw as bizarre as this does have its place. As the stall count gets high, it is much easier to rear back and unleash a Hammer than try to sneak a regular throw past a defender.
The Hammer is thrown more like a baseball than a frisbee. Take the disc in a grip similar to the flick (see The Flick for details), and release it upside down over your head. The key to a strong hammer is a well-timed release and a strong snap of the wrist. These take a lot of practice to place them where you want to. They make good arching throws that can really clear a field of defenders better than a flick flying at head level. Visual learners, check out this video if you want to see how it's done.
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