Subject: Rules for Use and Handling of the
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Date: Sun, 20 Feb 2011 12:31:33 -0800

Port
Angeles Track &
Field Program

Rules for Use and
Handling of the Throwing Events

1. No one will be allowed to throw any implement
until they have received instruction from a

coach.

2. You are not allowed to throw the javelin or
hammer unless there is a coach present to

supervise (two for the hammer).  You may throw the shot put and discus as
long as there is

a coach on the upper field.  All athletes will stand behind the nets
while the hammer or

discus is being thrown.  When throwing the javelin, all athletes
will throw in the same

direction.

3. The shot put, discus and hammer will be stored in
the sheds on the track.  The
javelins will

be stored in the track & field cage in the
weight room.

4. Anyone not demonstrating the proper use and
technique of the throwing implements will

not be allowed to participate as a thrower in a
meet.  An athlete must have at least
two

practices in a particular throw before competing
in that throw.

5. The javelin will be thrown on the lower field
during practice.  It is only thrown
on the upper

field if the coach deems it safe.  During competition, the men throw the
javelin on the lower

field and the women on either the lower field or
the upper field.

6. During practice, all implements will be thrown
prior to retrieval.

7. Before you throw, look to make sure no one
(except a coach) is standing in the throwing

area.
If a coach is observing you from the front, make sure he/she is paying
attention

before you throw.

8. All throwing events are dangerous and can result
in DEATH.  Horseplay and/or
unauthorized

use of equipment and facilities is
prohibited.  Breaking any of these
rules may eliminate you

from participating in the event and could result
in dismissal from the team dependent upon

the severity of the
infraction.

9. I have communicated with my parents about the
discipline required in throwing the javelin.

I have read and been explained the above rules and
realize that I have responsibly duty in carrying out instructions.

Name:_______________________________________________
Date:____________

Parent/Guardian’s Signature:_____________________________
Date:____________