¶ Drill 21: Cutter Dump Procedure
Skills Focussed:
CUTTING: In-cut (3.1), Deep-cut (3.2), Timing of cut (3.3), Clearing space (3.8), Handler Cut (3.12)
THROWING: Dump throw (1.8)
Other skills for which it can be used:
THROWING: BH Basic <20 (1.1.1.2), FH Basic <20 (1.2.1.2)
Concepts to know before doing the drill:
- Basic Catching and Throwing
- Cutting (in and deep cut)
- Different positions in offense
Drill Focus:
- For Cutter: To dump the disc back to a handler after an in-cut.
- For Handler: To try and get the disc back after they threw it to a cutter
- Important to tell why dumping to handler quickly is advantageous in offense. (Better throwers –Handlers typically have superior throwing skills. Better field vision – Handlers are already running upfield and can read the play faster than cutters, who need to turn around. Momentum for deep throws – Handlers catching while running forward can quickly huck deep. Power position – After the dump, the handler’s defender is behind, giving the handler an easy upfield throwing lane. )
Set-up:
- 3 players: 1 handler + 2 cutters
- Cones: Cutters start 15–20 meters away from the handler.
- Handler starts with the disc.
Drill-Flow:
- Cutter 1 runs in toward the handler (in-cut).
- Handler throws to Cutter 1 (pass 1).
- After throwing, handler immediately follows his pass to receive a short dump pass back from Cutter 1 (pass 2).
- Upon dumping, Cutter 1 turns and cuts deep.
- Simultaneously, Cutter 2 turns back toward the handler for an in-cut.
- The cycle continues across the field.
- After crossing the field, one cutter rotates to the handler position.
Coaching Points:
- Encourage longer cuts and longer throws to avoid short, inefficient patterns.
- Handlers must not run straight at the in-cutter; instead, they should angle wide to make the dump pass float across at least 4 meters horizontally.
- The dump pass should be safe, floaty, and give the handler time to catch and re-attack.
- Emphasize continuous motion—the flow should not stop after the dump.
Progression/Regression:
- Allow incidental deep passes – to motivate strong deep cuts.
- Add a defender on the handler – to pressure the short dump and make the drill more game-realistic.
- Add a second handler – introduce a 3-second rule (or 5 seconds if defenders are present) to encourage quick dumps and swings when no upfield option exists.
Source: Page 27 Ultimate Trainers Manual