Throwing Techniques Worksheet

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🏃‍♂️ Part 1: Technique Knowledge

1. For discus throwing, which grip is correct?

Fingers spread evenly along the edge, wrist relaxed

Fingers gripping tightly around the rim

Palm flat against the discus surface

Thumb and index finger only touching the edge

2. Complete this sentence about shot put grip:

The shot should be placed against the _____________ with fingers _____________ the ball, not in the palm.

3. Which body movements are important for both discus and shot put? (Tick all that apply)

Hip rotation

Shoulder movement

Leg drive

Balanced stance

Quick arm swing

4. True or False: Shot put should be thrown like a ball using an overarm action.

True

False

5. What is the main difference between discus and shot put release?

Discus: Released from the _____________

Shot put: _____________ forward from the shoulder

🤝 Part 2: Peer Feedback & Safety

6. When observing your partner's throwing technique, what three key points should you look for?

7. List two important safety considerations when practising throwing events:

8. How does strength training help improve throwing performance? Give two specific examples.

9. Fill in the blanks about stance:

For discus, use a _____________ position with feet _____________ apart.

For shot put, keep a _____________ position with the non-throwing foot slightly _____________.

💭 Part 3: Reflection & Goal Setting

10. Reflect on today's throwing practice. What technique improvement will you focus on next lesson and why?

11. How do the throwing skills you've learned today connect to other sports or physical activities? Give one example.

12. What does kaha (strength) and tika (accuracy) mean for your throwing performance?

Throwing Techniques Worksheet

Throwing Techniques Worksheet

🏃‍♂️ Part 1: Technique Knowledge

🤝 Part 2: Peer Feedback & Safety

💭 Part 3: Reflection & Goal Setting

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