Photo by BRAD CORNELIUS
A player throws the ball in from this unique perspective in recent U10 Rec League Soccer action at Farmin-Stidwell pitting the Clones against the Assassins. The throw-in is one of the most underrated skills in soccer, and can often lead directly to goals when executed properly. The optimal release angle for attaining maximum distance is about 30 degrees, according to researchers at Brunel University.