Sportshall Activity Resource Cards

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PRIMARY DISCUS

Description The Primary Discus is a standing throw that provides a safe introduction to the ‘sling or fling’ type of throw. The event originated from a hunting weapon and is now one of the four throws in Track & Field Athletics.

Description Layout Of Throwing Area

• Measurement is in whole metres taken to the nearest metre below and is measured at right angles to the throwing line. • The judges use line of sight to record the distance. Tips • The fingers should be spread around the outer rim of the discus and should not be held in a grip. • The thumb rests on top of the discus and the discus is projected with forward spin from the index finger. • Use the strong muscles of the legs by starting in a low position and finishing in a high position.

The minimum area required for this event is 15m x 35m. We recommend that it is marked in one metre increments to facilitate ease of measure ment.

Equipment • IFTA approved Primary Discus • Graduated Measuring Mats • Cones

Rules • Each young athlete is allowed three throws. • This is a standing throw starting behind the throwing line. • Young athletes are allowed to swing the discus forward and backwards before they throw to encourage an increase in momentum. • No part of the body must touch the throwing area side of the throwing line.

Safety • Ensure throwing area is well defined and correctly supervised. • Ensure throwing is not permitted in the

direction of other event stations. • Only allow one throw at a time.

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