javelin throwing
Hurling pointed projectiles
Javelin throwing is a track and field event in which athletes hurl a spear-like implement for distance.
The javelin must be thrown overhand, released before crossing the foul line, and land point-first within a marked sector.
She took up javelin throwing in high school and eventually made the Olympic team.
- spearPole with sharp point
- athleticsCompetitive physical activities
- track and fieldCompetitive stadium sports
- trackPath or monitored route
- fieldArea of specialty
Olympic · launch · arc · trajectory · grip · run-up · release · release point · follow through · distance · foul line · pointed · metal · shaft · competition · world record · strength · technique
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javelin throwingdistance running
Extended footraces requiring stamina
marathon · sprinting · race walking · marathon running · long jump
javelin throwingcatching
Able to be transmitted
receiving · fielding · goalkeeping · blocking
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