What truly constitutes a "sidearm" throw? For many, the answer is both elusive and inconsistent - it can even be inferred from some that anything but having the ball as far up as possible through the motion would be a sidearm throw. Throughout my experiences throwing the ball and coaching quarterbacks, I have felt a need to establish what I believe is a clear definition of a sidearm throw - anytime the elbow drops below 90 degrees from the shoulder as the elbow is "whipping" to the target. While a wide arm slot can appear similar to a sidearm throw, as long as the elbow is above 90 degrees from the shoulder as it is thrown towards the target the shoulder and elbow will be properly supported, thus allowing the quarterback to achieve full extension at the point of release with rotational mechanics - preventing a true "sidearm" path. Consistently utilizing sidearm passes as a primary motion could cause damage to the elbow and/or shoulder overtime due to the pressure the throwing motion places on the ligaments and joints involved.
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