(Watch video #3) In Aussie Rules football throwing the ball is illegal and will result in a penalty. The handball is a fast and accurate way to pass the ball to a team mate. Resembling a volleyball serve, a player cradles the ball in one hand and punches it toward his/her team mate with a clenched fist.
In a game scenario players will use the handball when surrounded by defenders to quickly find an open team mate who can kick the ball further down the field.
