Thursday, March 18, 2010: 4:30 PM-5:30 PM
Convention Center: 107
AAPAR/Council on Facilities and Equipment
| Speakers: | Lawrence W. Judge, Ball State University, Muncie, IN; and Jeffrey Petersen, Baylor University, Waco, TX |
The enactment of Title IX prompted many high schools to renovate their track-and-field facilities to accommodate both boys’ and girls’ participation. Additionally, the National High School Federation enacted safety standards, including a mandatory discus cage. This presentation examines characteristics of track-and-field throwing facilities, including data from a state-wide survey. Participants will learn important principles for the design and management of a new or renovated throwing facility to maximize efficiency and safety.