What is SNAP? How to generate snap in your disc golf game!

What is snapping a disc? Why is it important when throwing in Disc Golf? How do you get the disc to snap on every backhand?

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[kruksog]

Stokely is one of those heroes of the old game who has dedicated himself to teaching. I am super grateful for it.

[hyzercreek]

4:02 When I throw a 600 foot throw it only goes 250 feet.

[Two_Buck]

Scott Stokely is clearly one of the best disc golf instructors out there. I have felt the elusive snap only a few times and have always been eager to figure it out. Now I think a have a major clue. Thank you.

[Meta-Drew]

I watched this and went right out to the field and I swear I was throwing some of the better shots I ever have. Not only did I feel like I was getting the snap but I was getting the nose down on drives and I was throwing putters like I never have-- dead straight with no wobble. Thanks a lot Scott, you are a gift to the game.

[baldjustice]

Simple NOT easy! The game explained in 3 words! Thank you Scott!!!!

[henrymanahan]

Mcbeth has the best snap it's a joy to witness in person. His form looks like he's casually tossing and the disc ROCKETS out of his hand at 65-70 mph. you did an excellent job describing it!!

[Cooliepops]

I remember meeting Scott for the first time possibly in '97 or '98 at the triple crown series in Florida that kicked off in Gainesville. A couple of buddies and I drove down from Toronto and it was the first time I played 'pro' We met Scott in our practice round and he was a super chilled guy who took the time to chat. That tournament was cut short a day because of a hurricane and then we played in Orlando at Barnett in knee high water on some holes.

The next time I saw him was at the '99 worlds in Rochester (where Russell ended Climo's run of 9 straight titles) I was sitting on the first tee right behind Scott and I'll always remember the sound and the impact on the ground when he bombed his magnet 325 ft on a slightly uphill hole. It may not sound like a big throw now but it was then. Watching him play in Michigan where he would throw unorthodox shots was a treat as well (throwing a downhill roller in the woods when he could have probably just parked it with a putter) He definitely was a unique player who seemed to like to play to the crowd a bit. Sorry about the long post but it brought back a lot of memories of what was a very cool time for me in disc golf and that Florida trip was epic.

[mikeschroeder]

I cant say enough about Scott's teaching style. Straight forward, to the point, no BS. I love it!! Thanks so much.

[JB-qzmi]

I like your way of instruction. No "um"s, no misspoken words, ect. The way you take your time speaking and get across the message you want is excellent.

[PassengerInMortality]

Scott Stokely, you are a Master Teacher. I say that with utmost respect. I am an educator, and have been for 26 years. I’ve been a mentor for new teachers. I’ve served on state curriculum and standard boards. I have a doctorate in my discipline. I know a GREAT teacher when I see one. I have had “teachers” who could do it, and do it incredibly well, but could not teach it incredibly well. You teach in accordance with my philosophy in that at least 9 out of 10 people can understand your concepts. I’ve been playing since ‘76 and have not had the advantage of the Internet and YouTube like the new generation of players today. You are a godsend to my game. I’ve watched dozens of others—who produce good lessons—here are YouTube explaining various aspects of technique. I want to tell everyone to just subscribe and watch Scott Stokely, you need no other tutorial lessons. Bravo, Scott!

[owldish]

I watched this last night, hit the course today and this added 100ft to my drive instantaneously, serious breakthrough moment.

[MajorDumperoo]

As a new player trying to improve these videos have been priceless. Thank you, Scott.

[NickCarroll]

As a recreational player still learning how to throw, and hasn't yet mastered the cross-step, I really appreciate this lesson, and I think it's the clearest and best explained video I've seen on this topic to date. Thank you!

[karitoivonen]

Great stuff. Scott has the rare gift to teach things the way it immediately makes sense. I will never get enough of his videos and I have been reading and watching his published stuff now for 15 years.

[jack_up]

Been watching my dad play since I was a lad, I’m 19 and have officially been playing on my own for two weeks. No one had explained this phenomenon better than you, thanks Scott!

[mu]

As soon as you said correlation does not equal causation, I knew I was gonna learn from this video.

[JohnKellyxDesign]

As a newer golfer in my mid 50s, and after hurting my arm 3 times already, this whip crack analogy has been a huge AHA! moment for me. Thank you, Scott! Be well.

[rogerjones]

I say a prayer before each game to generate 'Holy Snap!'

[John.Angell]

I actually did it once for the first time last week. It wasn't terribly accurate, but God if flew beautifully and felt good. One of those shots that keeps you coming back for more.

[amrakarmaMisophoniac]

'Golf is deceptively simple and endlessly complicated, it satisfies the soul and frustrates the intellect. It is at the same time rewarding and maddening, and it is without a doubt the greatest game mankind has ever invented' *Arnold Palmer*