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Field Event Roles

Field events work best with 4 parent helpers from each age group.

The four roles​

Helper 1 — Age Manager​

  • Ensure helpers are in place before the event
  • Call the next athlete when ready
  • Judge fouls
  • Record results

Helper 2 — Tape measure​

  • Pull the tape from the take-off point to the landing mark
  • Read the distance aloud clearly

Helper 3 — Equipment & pit​

  • Retrieve discus or shot put after each throw
  • Rake the sandpit smooth between long jump attempts
  • Set and adjust the high jump bar between rounds

Helper 4 — Marking & high jump​

  • Mark the landing spot for throws
  • Assist with high jump bar and mat positioning

Other parents in the group​

All parents accompanying the age group should:

  • Give enthusiastic encouragement
  • Keep athletes off the track and away from throwing areas
  • Keep fingers away from discus cages
  • Supervise athletes between events with simple games like Duck Duck Goose

Resources by event​

Jumping​

EventFact SheetQuizVideo
Long jumpDownloadQuizWatch
Triple jumpDownloadQuizWatch
High jumpDownloadQuizWatch

Throwing​

EventFact SheetQuizVideo
Shot putDownloadQuizWatch
DiscusDownloadQuizWatch
JavelinDownloadQuizWatch