Take Part. Get Set For Life.™ National Federation of High Schools 2007 Track & Field and Cross Country Rules Changes Major Editorial Changes Points of Emphasis

Take Part. Get Set For Life.™ National Federation of High Schools 2007 NFHS Rules Changes

National Federation of High Schools Games Committee Rule 3-2-4(o)  Games committee may restrict the wearing of items which are worn in excess of the school- issued uniform allowed in rules 4-3-1, 2, 3 and 9-6

National Federation of High Schools Games Committee Rule 3-2-4(o)  Hats  Gloves  Sunglasses Games Committee may exclude:

National Federation of High Schools Games Committee - Uniform Rules 3-2-4(o), and 9-6-1

National Federation of High Schools Uniform: Track & Field/Cross Country Rules 4-3-1b(5), c(5), 6, and 9-6-1b(7)  American flag, not exceeding 2 by 3 inches, and either a commemorative or memorial patch, not to exceed 4 square inches, may be worn on: Uniform top or Uniform bottom

National Federation of High Schools Uniform: Track & Field/Cross Country Rules 4-3-1b(5), c(5), 6 and 9-6-1b (7) 3 2 NOT TO EXCEED 4 SQUARE INCHES AND OROR TOP BOTTOM Two flags or two commemorative patches would not be permitted – one of each – one being on the top and one on the bottom would be permitted

National Federation of High Schools Uniform: Track & Field/Cross Country – Rules 4-3-1(c) and 9-6-1b(7) Manufacturer’s Logo  Single manufacturer’s logo/trademark/reference  No more than 2 ¼ square inches with no dimension more than 2 ¼ inches, permitted on uniform; Top One Piece Bottom Visible undergarment(s)

National Federation of High Schools Uniform: Track & Field/Cross Country Rules 4-3-1c and 9-6-1b(7) LEGAL

National Federation of High Schools Uniform: Track & Field/Cross Country Rules 4-3-1d and 9-6-1b(8) Figure 1: Legal with single manufacturer’s logo on uniform top, bottom and visible undergarment Figure 2: Illegal as visible undergarment has two visible manufacturer’s logos Logo Front Back

National Federation of High Schools Uniform: Track & Field/Cross Country Rules and 9-6-1

National Federation of High Schools Uniform: Track & Field/Cross Country Rules thru 4 and thru 7  Intent and application of Rules 4 and 9 is that uniform requirements are the same for both Track & Field and Cross Country

National Federation of High Schools Running Events: The Start Rules and 3  Establishes single starting command for: Individual races Opening relay leg  With distance of 800 meters or more outdoor  600 meters or more indoor  Command shall be, “On your marks”

National Federation of High Schools Throwing Sectors: Shot Put and Discus Rules and 9  SITUATION: School A has properly marked the degree throwing sector for the shot put. The school has maintained the old stopboard which extends beyond the sector lines which have been painted on the stopboard. Thrower B steps on the outside edge of the stopboard beyond the sector line on the throw. RULING: Foul. COMMENT: Competitor has made contact beyond the circle and contacted the end of the stopboard.

National Federation of High Schools Throwing Sectors: Shot Put and Discus Rules 6-4-5, and 5  Beginning this season require the degree throwing sector for shot put and discus  Converting to degree sector does not require shot put stopboard to be replaced  Existing stopboard must be clearly marked to delineate sector lines

National Federation of High Schools Discus Cage Requirements and Guidelines Rules thru 6 and Appendix A  No longer options on size of throwing sector, degree is standard  Protective cage for the discus is required  All cages to have a rear as well as sides that extend forward at least to front of ring  Recommend cage be constructed of heavy nylon netting or material that will absorb energy of discus

National Federation of High Schools Discus Cage Guidelines Rule and Appendix A Guidelines  Recommend for both portable and permanent installation the cage be constructed of heavy nylon netting or other material that will absorb energy of discus and prevent bounce back  Preferred that sides (wings/ gate poles) extend several feet beyond front of ring Wings/gate poles should be placed near sector lines to maintain 4’ to 5’ distance from sector lines

National Federation of High Schools Discus Cage Guidelines Rule and Appendix A

National Federation of High Schools Discus Cage Guidelines Rule and Appendix A  SUGGESTED SPECIFICATIONS: Height: 10 feet to 14 feet Front Opening: 20 feet to 24 feet, extended style Distance from Corner Post to Sector Line: 4 feet to 5 feet Distance from Center of Circle to Fencing: 10 feet to 11 feet Fencing: Energy-Absorbing Material

National Federation of High Schools Discus Cage Guidelines Rule and Appendix A  Cage is designed to provide limited protection in immediate throwing area for: Competitors Officials Spectators  Recommend all throwing areas be corded off with rope, fence or flags placed well outside sector lines Serves to minimize risk of injury for spectators, athletes and officials

National Federation of High Schools Throwing Sectors: Shot Put and Discus Rules 6-4-5, 6-5-4, 5 and Appendix B  The degree throwing sector is an isosceles triangle having two equal sides, with the base of the triangle always being.6 of the length of either side. The sector may be prepared by using three tapes and three people or one tape, two people and stakes to clearly designate measurements.

National Federation of High Schools Throwing Sectors: Shot Put and Discus Rules 6-4-5, 6-5-4, 5 and Appendix B 3-3 System: Example Shot Put Diagram ADiagram BDiagram C T1 T2 P2 B P3 20m Pin B Pin 20m 12m 12m AA A A A=Sector line B=Cross measurement P=Person T=Tape P1 AA T1 T2

National Federation of High Schools Throwing Sectors: Shot Put and Discus Rules 6-4-5, 6-5-4, 5 and Appendix B 1-2 System: Example Shot Put Diagram DDiagram EDiagram F P2 P2 T1 B P2 P1 B #1 T1 T1 A A A A A=Sector line B=Cross measurement P=Person T=Tape P1 #2 #1 P2 #2 #1

National Federation of High Schools Throwing Sectors: Shot Put and Discus Rules 6-4-5, 6-5-4, 5 and Appendix B  Sector for discus is set up in same fashion  Ratio of cross measurement length to sector line length at 0.6  Javelin sector angle is degrees with ratio of cross measurement length to sector line length at 0.5

National Federation of High Schools Pole Vault Area Rule  Runway adjacent to the planting box may be marked by permanent line ½ inch (1 cm) drawn through zero point of vault box  Line is to extend 10 feet (3 meters) to each side of box

National Federation of High Schools Pole Vault Area Rule /2” (1cm) permanent line through zero point extending 10’ (3m) each side of plant box

National Federation of High Schools Scoring for Decathlon, Pentathlon and Heptathlon: Rule 8 Note Unless determined otherwise by state association Standard scoring system for decathlon, pentathlon and heptathlon shall be IAAF point scale The point scale can also be located in the NFHS Officials Education Program of Officiating Track & Field and Cross Country

National Federation of High Schools Cross Country Uniform – Assigned Computer Chips: Rule  For identification purposes and assistance with scoring competitors may be assigned: Contestant numbers Computer chips  Rule now states that numbers and chips shall be worn as assigned and unaltered

National Federation of High Schools Cross Country Uniform – Assigned Computer Chips: Rule Penalty PENALTY  Alteration of the number and/or chip shall result in the competitor being disqualified from the competition

Take Part. Get Set For Life.™ National Federation of High Schools 2007 NFHS Track & Field and Cross Country Major Editorial Changes

National Federation of High Schools Major Editorial Changes  1-2, 4Changed style of listing relays to 4 x 100 meter relay etc.  3-3-4tDeleted from previous rule book  3-5-4Changed “Non-appealable situations” to “Situations which are not subject to appeal:”

National Federation of High Schools Major Editorial Changes  4-3-1c(3)Moved statement regarding French or high-cut apparel not to be worn in lieu of uniform bottom under portion of rule addressing uniform bottom  Add the new Note “Note: Only one American flag and/or commemorative or memorial patch may be displayed on the uniform (one or two piece).”

National Federation of High Schools Major Editorial Changes  4-3-2bClarified visible garments “under the uniform top or bottom” may vary in length  4-3-1c(6)Included statement that American flag could be placed on uniform bottom

National Federation of High Schools Major Editorial Changes  4-3-3Revised structure of rule to clearly state jewelry is prohibited in track and field with three exceptions: medical alert medals, religious medals and a watch worn on wrist  Moved “Note” regarding heats from Noteunder Article 5 to Article 4 where placement is more appropriate

National Federation of High Schools Major Editorial Changes  5-7-4d,eInserted for clarity that starting blocks must be placed within respective competitor’s lane and relettered remaining item  5-8-1“The finish line shall be painted white…” from “The visible finish line”

National Federation of High Schools Major Editorial Changes  6-4-6Added requirements for cage apply to “portable or permanent” Included recommended cage to be of material to absorb shock of discus Moved diagram of cage to Appendix A

National Federation of High Schools Major Editorial Changes  6-5-5Added statement to include size of throwing sector  Included the definition of “zero point” for pole vault

Take Part. Get Set For Life.™ National Federation of High Schools 2007 NFHS Track & Field and Cross Country Points of Emphasis

National Federation of High Schools Points of Emphasis Center of Gravity (mass) for the Javelin  Center of gravity (COG) or mass is one in the same  COG located within section of whipcord/grip  Whipcord must be over COG so flight of javelin occurs as intended for competition

National Federation of High Schools Points of Emphasis Entry and Exit of Throwing Circle in Shot Put and Discus  The Track and Field Committee recognized that entry and exit into the throwing circles are sometimes presumed to have same requirements  Competitor may enter from any direction  Competitor must exit from back half of circle  Before exiting competitor must Be under control Wait until judge calls “Mark”

National Federation of High Schools Points of Emphasis Uniforms  Rules 4-3 and 9-6 pertain to uniforms  Coach and individual contestant have ultimate responsibility to be in legal uniform  Rules require uniform to be worn as intended by manufacturer  Coaches must be certain to place athlete in legal uniform by high school rules Penalty is disqualification from event

National Federation of High Schools Points of Emphasis  Here is an example of the coach placing the competitors in an illegal uniform.

National Federation of High Schools Points of Emphasis Zero Point in Pole Vault  Point of reference for crossbar movement toward back of landing surface  Reference for proper placement of landing system  Starting point for runway  Located at top of the back of plant box GROUND LEVELZERO POINT PLANT BOX

National Federation of High Schools Point of Emphasis for Proper Procedures for Handling Apparent Concussions Action Plan  If you suspect that a competitor has a concussion, you should take the following steps: 1.Remove competitor from play. 2.Ensure athlete is evaluated by an appropriate health care professional. Do not try to judge the seriousness of the injury yourself. 3.Inform athlete’s parents or guardians about the known or possible concussion and give them the fact sheet on concussion. 4.Allow the athlete to return to play only with permission from an appropriate health care professional. (Information provided by the Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.)

National Federation of High Schools Point of Emphasis for Proper Procedures for Handling Apparent Concussions  Signs Observed by Coaching Staff Appears dazed or stunned Is confused about assignment Forgets plays Is unsure of game, score or opponent Moves clumsily Answers questions slowly Loses consciousness Shows behavior or personality changes Can’t recall events prior to hit Can’t recall events after hit Signs and Symptoms These signs and symptoms may indicate that a concussion has occurred.

National Federation of High Schools Point of Emphasis for Proper Procedures for Handling Apparent Concussions  Symptoms Reported by Athlete Headache Nausea Balance problems or dizziness Double vision or fuzzy vision Sensitivity to light or noise Feeling sluggish Feeling foggy or groggy Concentration or memory problems Confusion Signs and Symptoms These signs and symptoms may indicate that a concussion has occurred.

National Federation of High Schools Points of Emphasis Safety in Field Events  Due to implements being thrown and many field event venues located inside the track it is very important that every effort is made to create an environment which minimizes risk of injury for all parties involved at a track and field meet

National Federation of High Schools Points of Emphasis Safety in Field Events cont.  Event officials should report 30 minutes before event  Event areas should be marked “Closed” with no practice until judge arrives  Event areas should be corded off with ropes, flags or other visible means to keep others out of competition area

National Federation of High Schools Points of Emphasis Safety in Field Events cont.  Event judge is to announce when area is clear for throwing events  In practice and competition, implements shall be carried and returned outside of throwing sectors – never throw them back

National Federation of High Schools Points of Emphasis Safety in Field Events cont.  Competitors violating safety shall receive warning and for second offense be disqualified  Spectators with second offense shall be removed from competition area