The art of the throw-in is often overlooked until it’s too late. It’s not a set piece that people usually put much value in because they happen so often and usually in tight quarters where you have to really work to create opportunities. But given that Megan Campbell of London City Lionesses just set the Guinness World Record for longest throw by a female player at 123 feet and 2 inches, it’s time to dive into the art of the long throw in.
The art of the long throw-in
A good throw-in can create a lot of movement and chances. It all just depends on the thrower and location on the field. Players with a long throw can take special advantage of positioning near the opposite goal, though short throws are often chosen. With enough distance on the ball, a throw-in could easily be treated as an onside kick or a corner. A throw-in has the same basic setup as a corner; an opportunity to reset, get into an attacking formation, and get the ball in the air. Getting the ball in the air is so important in soccer; it creates chaos and allows for vertical advantages to come into play.
Megan Campbell
As we mentioned at the top of this article, Campbell now holds a record for her long throw-in. She’s really notorious for it and has created countless opportunities with this special…
