Field Events - Throws and Jumps
Field events are sports that involve throwing or jumping instead of running.
Types of Throws
- Shot Put - throwing a heavy ball (put) for distance
- Discus - spinning and throwing a round disc
- Javelin - throwing a spear-like stick
Throwing Rules Include:
- Stay within the throwing circle
- Don’t cross the line after throwing
- Throw within the marked sector
Types of Jumps
- Long Jump - jump for distance into a sandpit
- High Jump - jump over a horizontal bar
- Triple Jump - includes hop, step, and jump
Jumping Rules:
- No overstepping the takeoff board
- Land properly
- Must not knock down the crossbar
