Sportshall Handbook 6th Edition

SECTION 3

FIELD EVENTS

FOAM OR BULL NOSED 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 WEB COPY ©EVEQUE throw where distance is recorded in complete metres by reading across to the Graduated Measuring Mat. For more information please see page 43

Equipment • Foam Javelins (indoor) • Bull Nosed Javelins (outdoor) • Graduated Measuring Mats • Cones Rules • The Javelin is thrown from a standing position both feet 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 Mat. • The distance is measured in metres and always taken to the metre below. Judging • Three judges are recommended. • Judge one observes the participant 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. WEB COPY ©EVEQUE Tips • The correct place to hold the Javelin is the point where it balances when laid across the open palm of the hand. • For the correct stance place the opposite leg to the throwing arm forward. Safety • All throwing activities must be properly supervised. • The throwing area should be clearly isolated using barriers or cones to prevent noncompetitors or spectators walking into it. • Never allow Javelins to be thrown towards the waiting competitors or other people. • Ensure all the equipment is complete and in good working order before use. • For Bull Nosed Javelins ensure that the nose cone is in good condition, if it has signs of wear or is broken do not use. • It is important for children to learn good practice at an early age.

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