Javelin Task Card

Coaches Card- Javelin ‘OK’ grip: Index finger and thumb grip the javelin at the top of the binding ‘V’ grip: Javelin lies between the index finger and thumb in a V shape, grip at the top of the binding and the other fingers curl around the binding Observe your partner. Do they demonstrate the following techniques? Give them feedback to help improve their technique. Perfect Model

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Approach side on to the throw.

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Arm is extended fully behind you.

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Plant opposite leg to begin throwing action.

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Lean back creating an arched back.

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Rotate hips and bring your arm forward

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in a pulling motion. Throw from low to high (weight transference)

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Release just above head height (45 degrees)

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Follow through with your body as you release.

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Do not step over the line.

Coaches Feedback What worked well……………………………………………………………………………………… Even better if………………………………………………………………………………………………

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Javelin Records Men’s World Record = 98.48m Jan Zelezný Women’s World Record = 72.28m Barbora Špotáková Boy’s Schools Record = 54.65m Girl’s Schools Record = 40.97m

Personal Javelin Records Name

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