JUGS Sports Soccer Machine - Manual (Page 17)

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• Be sure to try different settings. For example, when throwing a ball curving
to the left, set the right-hand dial at 70, 75, or 80 and the left-hand dial at
30, 35, or 40. Observe the curve and the speed of the ball and the type
of curve you want. Most coaches devise a table for the operators of the
soccer machine to show what settings to use for any given practice.
• When you increase the speed of the ball, you must lower the elevation of
the aim; when you decrease the speed of the ball, you must increase the
elevation.
IMPORTANT:
Always throw balls at speeds suitable for the age and skill level of the player.
Balls thrown too fast will be counterproductive and dangerous.
NOTE:
We suggest that each operator spend as much time as needed
experimenting with the JUGS Soccer machine. (You may want to jot down
the wheel position and speed-dial settings in the space provided on pages
23-26, for future reference). Try many different speed settings. Do not be
afraid that any setting you make will harm the soccer machine; however,
you should use a wide backstop when experimenting with faster speeds.
At the beginning of practice, or after any change in speed or trajectory,
have the player stand well clear while a sufficient number of test balls are
thrown to make certain the machine is properly aimed at the intended
target. If you move the machine for any reason, repeat this process.
WARNING: It is possible for a random ball to enter the ball-feed chute
on its own and hit the wheels—and possibly cause injury.
Someone must stand next to the machine at all times and
keep random balls from entering the chute.
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