PaceSetter Book

IFTA Agility Challenge 11

Soft Javelin Description A standing throw using a foam or bull nosed javelin the event takes place on a pre-marked throwing area. This is a linear throw where distance is recorded in metres by reading across to the scale. WEB COPY ©EVEQUE Equipment • IFTA approved Foam Javelins (indoor) • IFTA approved Bull Nosed Javelins (outdoor) • 10m Graduated Measuring Mats • Cones

Rules • The javelin is thrown from a standing position with both feet being behind the throwing line and in contact with the floor. • The throw is measured from the front of the throwing line to where the tip of the javelin first hits the ground by reading at right angles to the graduated measuring mats. • The distance is measured in complete metres cleared by the throw. The measurement is always rounded down to the metre below where the tip contact is made. Tips For young athletes: • The correct place to hold the javelin is the point where it balances when laid across the open palm of the hand. • Place the opposite leg to the throwing arm forward for the correct stance. For judges: • Three judges are recommended. • Judge one observes the young athlete at the throwing line and records the distance. • Judges two and three make a decision on the landing position of the javelin tip to the nearest complete metre below the distance thrown. Safety • All throwing activity must be properly supervised. • The throwing area should be clearly isolated using barriers or cones to prevent non-competitors or spectators walking into it. • Never allow the javelin to be thrown back to waiting young athletes. IFTA javelins are designed to be safe, but it is important to teach good practice at an early age. WEB COPY ©EVEQUE

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