Sportshall Handbook 6th Edition

SECTION 2

TRACK EVENTS

TRACK EVENTS

These events always use a common start and finishing line and races always start and finish with competitors facing the first Reversaboard. This is the end of the hall where the Lap Counters are located so that the number of laps to be run can be clearly seen. Method • The competitor turns on the first Reversaboard and then runs the length of the hall where another turn is made on the return Reversaboard. WEB COPY ©EVEQUE • The lap finishes at the starting line with the competitor facing in the same direction as he/she started, hence one lap is equivalent to running two lengths of the sports hall. The Start • Only standing starts are permitted. • The command ‘SET’ is not used. The starter calls ‘ ON YOUR MARKS ’ and when all competitors are settled the start signal is given. • Although indoor starting pistols can be used, whistles are strongly recommended. Pistols should not be used for the primary age groups. Lane Identification • For races in excess of three laps, it is recommended that an official with a lap indicator is located central to the track at the end of the hall facing the start. The Lap Counter shows the remaining number laps to the competitors, timekeepers and judges. Note: Equivalent Distances • It is important to note that the length run on a Sportshall track does not equate to the same distance on an outdoor 400 metre track. • From careful monitoring it has been observed that the competitor slows slightly as they approach the turn and that there is a short pause when turning followed by a re-acceleration. Sportshall running is an excellent test of good pace judgement. It is not even pace running but somewhere between that and Fartlek. WEB COPY ©EVEQUE Return Reversaboard TM Start Finish Start Finish Competitors speed • All lanes should be clearly identified by the use of matching coloured equipment and by a number placed above each Reversaboard at both ends of the lane. Lap Indication

First Reversaboard TM

First Reversaboard TM

Hall length

Wall

Wall

Competitors speed

Return Reversaboard TM

Hall length

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