Track and Field

Track Basics

100

This number tells you how far a race is, like 100m or 400m

Distance

100

This tool is used to start races

Whistle

100

This is where races end

Finish line

100

This is where races begin

Starting line

100

Runners stay in these during sprint races

Lanes

Sportsmanship

100

Encouraging others, even if you lose, shows this positive attitude

Respect, positivity

100

Following rules and playing fair is called this

Fair play

100

Helping your team shows this skill

Teamwork

100

This is something you can say to a winner after a race

"Good job"

"Congratulations"

100

Being kind and respectful during sports is called this

Good sportsmanship

Shotput & Discus

100

True or false: In shotput and discus, the energy comes from the front leg

False

100

In shotput, you must push the ball instead of doing this

Throwing

100

Both shotput and discus are part of this type of events

Field events

100

This event uses a flat, round object that you spin and throw

Discus

100

This event uses a heavy ball that you push from your neck

Shotput

Running

100

Runners try to run fast but also save energy - what is this called?

Pacing

100

This race involves passing a baton

Relay

100

This race is two laps around the track

800m

100

This race is one full lap around the track

400m

100

This is the shortest race in track and field

100m

Jumping

100

Knocking over the bar in high jump results in this

Failed attempt

100

The landing area for long jump is filled with this

Sand

100

Long jumpers must take off before this line

Takeoff board

100

This event requires jumping over a bar

High jump

100

This event has athletes jumping into a sand pit

Long jump