The nfhs track and field and cross country case book is designated as. Rules 6 and 7 for purposes of risk management, warmups in a field event shall not take place until the. Amongst athletic track and field events, discus throw is a prominent event. Sports wisconsin interscholastic athletic association. All or portions of each publication are made available as they are published as portable document format pdf files for download into your computer. Wisconsin interscholastic athletic association 5516 vern holmes drive stevens point, wi 544828833. Fhsaa rules and policies are published annually in the fhsaa handbook, fhsaa sports manuals and the fhsaa officials guidebook. It is a foul throw if the discus hits cage and lands within sector.
The rules and regulations every discus thrower should be aware of amongst athletic track and field events, discus throw is a prominent event. Kansas state high school activities association 2020 track. A discus is a circular disc typically made of wood and edged by a metal rim. General information coaches will remain in the stands. The discus shall meet the following specifications thus allowing a. The uniform top and bottom were combined into 431b to help reduce redundant language within the book. The aaas track and field advisory ommittee serves as the games ommittee for determin. The discus throw pronunciation, also known as disc throw, is a track and field event in which an athlete throws a heavy disccalled a discusin an attempt to mark a farther distance than their competitors.
The procedures specified in the rule book for breaking ties shall be applied in these circumstances. Prior to coaching at the collegiate level he had been a high school track and field coach, at some of new york states elite high schools for athletics. Some of the popular discus throw champions are listed below. Due to reorganization of previous rules 6 and 7, rule 8 special events now becomes rule 7. The name is derived from where the sport takes place, a running track and a grass field for the throwing and some of the jumping events. Michael is now a ncaa division 3 track and field coach, for the throwing events. Track and field rules committee welcomes new members 2020 1. Discus throw, sport in athletics track and field in which a diskshaped object, known as a discus, is thrown for distance. Corrected 2017 track and field points of emphasis nfhs. From the national federation of state high schools association, this latest edition includes high school track and field and crosscountry competition rules, specifications and national records. These are published every two years in the iaaf competition rules. These areas should be roped off and properly marshalled. The discus can be made of any material such as wood but.
Ties broken by 2 nd best performance for any places. Track and field and cross country the nfhs track and field rules committee reorganized rule 43. In modern competition the discus must be thrown from a circle 2. Discus throw has shaped a number of proud men and women winners in this athletics sport category around the world. All uniform rules track and field and cross country now fall in rule. Here are some of the important rules regarding discus.
Cross country and track and field rules of competition. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. In general track and field events are isolated into two groups one is track and the other one is field group. Durham co memorial stadium 750 stadium dr, durham date. This handbook does not attempt to restate all nfhs rules book rules. Every track and field athlete must know and follow these. World athletics book of rules table of rule references. Placing the responsibility of inspecting all starting blocks is more appropriate with the starter, who has this expertise, rather than with the implement inspector who has more expertise. For the usatf rulebook below, use the scrollbar at the bottom of the screen to go quickly to your desired page.
Gardner, publisher becky oakes, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high school associations writes playing rules for varsity competition among studentathletes of high school age. Rules library searchable rules book video content on officiating sport, competition situations. Throwing events begin with the discus throw in section 6. The nfhs track and field and cross country case book is designated as a supplement to the rules book. The rules of track and field events that are followed at the international level are devised by the international association of athletic federation iaaf. Ncaa member institutions are required to conduct their intercollegiate contests according to these rules. Michael pellet is a former ncaa division 1 track and field athlete, specializing in the throwing events.
In section meets, ties for third place and sixth place also must be broken. The piaa handbook contains information regarding the piaa constitution and bylaws, policies and procedures, rules and regulations, sports medicine guidelines, and forms. High school track and fieldcross country rules changes include assisting injured competitor. Discus throw game and rules to be followed authorstream. Shot put, discus throw, hammer throw, weight throw. Therefore it is essential to have a clear and uptodate reference book on building athletics facilities.
The rules and regulations every discus thrower should be aware of. Supplemental publications include the fhsaa member school directory. Manuals and guidelines which includes iaaf competition rules, and other material including track and field facilities manual, technical guidelines, etc. The online version of the piaa handbook may be more current than the. New rule outlining the events of a track and field championship. Ncaa track and field championships officials application closed 10119 track and field championships officials selection.
These are additionsclarificationsdeletions to the rules book. The ncaa mens and womens track and field rules committee, which is responsible for. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. Situationrulings in the case book are officially approved by the nfhs track and field and cross country rules committee and. Rule change 431 competitors uniform in track and field and cross country the nfhs track and field rules committee reorganized rule 43. To view this site, you must enable javascript or upgrade to a javascriptcapable browser. Track and field is a sport which includes athletic contests established on the skills of running, jumping, and throwing.
All other rules deal with the conduct of track and field competition. Track and field ohio high school athletic association. Although not part of the modern pentathlon, it was one of the events of the ancient greek. Schools building new or refurbishing existing track facilities are encouraged to make accommodations. Measurement in the discus shall be from the nearest edge of the mark made by the discus to the inside edge of the circle nearest such mark, pull tape through center of circle. Such events shall be conducted under usatf youth event rules. Page 3, 2018 track and field major editorial changes, 461 note 2, 31 note. By ohsaa board of directors regulation, any school sponsoring interscholastic contests in track and field must have the head varsity track and field coach, assistant track and field coach, or athletic administrator attend one of the rules interpretation meetings listed on page 6 of this manual or participate in the online meeting option. Page 3, 2018 track and field major editorial changes.
The administrative rules indicated in this book are listed below. Simplification of uniform rule continues in high school track and. Fosbury changed high jump during oregon high school days. He is a german discus thrower and world record holder till date since 1986, who set a record for the farthest discus throw of 74. Rule 431 describes the legal track and field uniform. View all track and field rules committee welcomes new members 2020 1. This publication is only a supplement, however, not a substitute for the rules book. From discus throwing to hurdles and high jumps, learn about track and field strategies, competitions, and training. Refer to page 54 of nfhs track and field rules book. Indianapolis, in august 26, 2016 effective with the 2017 high school track and field season, a participant who assists an injuredill competitor shall not be disqualified if an appropriate healthcare professional is not available. A number of fundamental rules govern how the discus throw is conducted in track and field events.
Should have been omitted from the 2018 rules book due to rule. The article below elaborates the rules of this game, and the specifications of the equipment used in this sport. Changes the responsibility of checking the starting blocks from the implement inspector to the head starter. The information in this section covers four categories. E books are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. Establishes consistent nfhs language within the rules prohibiting the use of tobacco products and similar items and alcohol by. Not just the contestants, but even the officials are committed to follow the rules with proper discipline. The nfhs track and field rules committee does not write the rules for these special events. Certifications system which details information about the certification of facilities and implements, and includes the various application and report forms. It is an ancient sport, as demonstrated by the fifthcenturybc myron statue discobolus.
Track and field gears are very important for sports and fitness. Must be weighed, measured, inspected and approved at the site of the. A cdrom of the piaa handbook is available to order annually at the beginning of each school year. The rules and regulations every discus thrower should be. Track and field is categorized under the umbrella sport of athletics, which also includes road running, cross country running, and. Nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. Under the track group the events held are running, hurdling, whereas the field group includes jumping. Nfhs track and field rules allow the use of a discus made of rubber, plastic, wood, fiberglass, carbon fiber. Membership is open to secondary schools providing interschool athletic activities for boys and girls in grades 712. Competitors vie to see who can throw a discus farthest from the discus cage onto the field. Rules may not be altered, unless flexibility is indicated in a specific rule. Several special events are listed in rule 7 and may be included in the order of competition.
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