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Rh It is almost impossible to mention the whole variety of throws, as so many modifications are made on the spur of the moment, according co circumstances; but the following will be found prracticable [sic] for all cases, and comprise many more than are commonly practised. Special throws should be cultivated as your forte. It is well to know every one, but better to know a few to perfection than half learn many. Almost any throw may be varied into the four kinds named above, by altering the general attitude, the manner of holding the crosse, &c.

As a rule the best and most effective throwing is made with both hands on the crosse; but it is often necessary, and sometimes preferable, to throw with one hand—as, for instance, when so closely checked that you have not time to grasp the stick with the disengaged hand, or when an opportunity offers for a throw into goal which would be lost by the time you would get another grasp. If you want to throw to a man of your side, guard against misjudging the distance, and never attempt it unless