Sportshall Handbook 6th Edition

SECTION 3

FIELD EVENTS

CHEST PUSH

WEB COPY ©EVEQUE

Description A standing throw where the participant pushes a weighted ball from the chest into WEB COPY ©EVEQUE a pre-measured throwing area. Equipment for all ball throws • Primary 1kg • Under 13 years Girls 1kg, Boys 2kg • Under 15 years Girls 2kg, Boys 3kg • Graduated Measuring Mat Rules • The ball is held against the chest and must be pushed with both hands. • Both feet must remain on the floor at all times (one foot may be in front of the other however no run up or steps are permitted). • The participant must not pass the throwing line during the throw. • Measurement is to the point the ball touches the floor reading down to the nearest 25cm band. • The chest must face forward and trunk rotation techniques are not permitted. Tips • Participants should bend their knees and straighten whilst throwing the ball in order to maximise power. • For optimum performance release the ball at 45 degrees. • Judges should stand to the side of the throwing area and read the distance from the Graduated Measuring Mat. Safety • Wherever possible throw towards a wall. • All throwing activity must be correctly supervised.

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