PaceSetter Book

Throwing Activities 4

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4.2.3 How to Hold the Shot

A correct grip of the shot will assist young athletes to achieve maximum distance when they ‘put’. It is important to ensure the implement to be used is not too large for the young athlete’s hand and is an appropriate weight. A 600g primary shot is an advisable weight for young athletes under 11 years. The maximum weight 2.72kg for girls under 13 years old and 3.25kg for boys under 13 years old. The young athlete should place the shot in the throwing hand at the base of the first three fingers ensuring it does not rest in the palm. The first three fingers should then be placed behind the shot, with the thumb and little finger providing support at the side. The shot should then be pushed into the neck which will ensure the elbow is held high and correctly ready to begin the ‘put’. WEB COPY ©EVEQUE

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