Sportshall Handbook 6th Edition

SECTION 7

MED BALL CHALLENGE

THE MED BALL CHALLENGE

Description The Med Ball Challenge is a Specialist Challenge which can identify basic throwing ability. This simple set of fives tests identify and develop: Arm Strength, Leg Strength and Raw Power WEB COPY ©EVEQUE As a first basic step to developing the basic skills associated with the traditional throwing events. They can also be of great benefit in preparation for a wide range of sporting activities. The five tests include:- 1. Chest PUSH (Push) 2. Soccer THROW (Pull) 3. Forward PITCH (Lift) No run up steps are permitted

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4. Overhead HEAVE (Reverse heave overhead) 5. Shoulder FLING (Reverse fling over shoulder)

The tests can be held indoors or outdoors and should there be a requirement to cater for large numbers in a single session then a flow system can be utilised as shown below.

The Med Ball Challenge Flow System

Push

Throw

Pitch

Heave

Fling

1 WEB COPY ©EVEQUE 2 3 4 5 Measurement All throws are measured from the throwing line to the point at which the ball first touches the floor and are measured to the nearest 25cm band. Safety • Always direct the throwing away from the competitor circulation and assembly areas. • Allow sufficient space between each of the separate throwing areas. • Because heavy balls are being thrown only permit throwing when there is adequate supervision. Throwing direction Start Competitor circulation and assembly area

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