What is a high school track meet like?

The Field Events are as follows: Long Jump, Triple Jump, High Jump, Shot Put and Discus. The Order of Events can be different depending on the meet.

How long does a track meet last in high school?

4 to 6 hours
Why do track meets have to be 4 to 6 hours or more long. Track meets have to be the most boring sporting event ever conceived. It very possible to be in an event like the shot put , throw at 2:00 pm and then have to wait around with nothing to do until 9:45 pm for 4 x400 so that the meet can end and you can go home.

How does a track meet start?

All races are started by the firing of a gun by an official at the starting line. For races up to and including one lap of an outdoor track, the runners must stay for the entire distance within lanes marked on the track. Athletes in the field events also have qualifying rounds.

Are track meets canceled if it rains?

Heavy rain, wind, and lightning are the overarching factors of cancellations. All track and field meets are subject to delays due to lightning. The call for this is made during the meet by the Meet Director.

What is it like to run a track and field meet?

If the meet is well- planned and key personnel are secured, running the meet can be a very rewarding experience. As with any successful endeavor, nothing can be left to chance. The following material provides information and strategies to help simplify the administration of hosting a track and field meet.

How do you set up a track and field race?

Have heat/competitors located at the starting area holding area ready to step on the track at the conclusion of each race. Position each competitor in their proper lane and appropriate starting line and/or starting position. Position the third legs on the track in their proper lanes and explain the exchange zones.

How do you announce team scores at a track meet?

Announce team scores after every three events scored (3, 6, 9, 12, 15) and prior to the start of each 1600-meter relay. Alert Event Timing Official when relay exchange zones are ready. Recognize all meet officials and workers during the meet (not all at one time).

Is track only for the un-athletic kids?

“Track is only for the un-athletic kids.” One of the few things I am going to miss from high school is participating in Track and Field. Although it tested me to my limits, physically and emotionally, it taught me things I could never learn from a textbook or classroom.