Player Development

WARMING UP: These are some of the drills we do doing dynamic stretching and warm-ups

B-skips - notice the foot flexion (leading with heels, not pointing toes), opposite arm pairing, and rhythm

LONG JUMP:

Bounding - notice the height he gets, the opposite arm pairing, and his rhythm.

SHOT PUT: In middle school, we use 6 lb and 4 kg (8.8 lb) shots.

Shot Put: Shuffle

Although her form certainly isn't perfect, notice how she keeps her eyes back during her shuffle, blocks with her left arm, and releases at a 45 degree angle.

Shot Put: Holding the Shot

Shot Put: Power Position Stages

Shot Put: Foot-Switching Drill