One-Hand Reach World Eskimo-Indian Olympics North Pole High School North Pole, Alaska Mr. Richard Henert

Rules and Info (records) The athlete has to balance on his/her hands with one elbow tucked in, the participant then will use one hand to reach for the target. After this, the participant has to get that hand that they touched the target with back on the floor before any other part of his/her body touches the floor. World Records: Men: Jesse Frankson, 5’9 in 2004 Women: Sophie O’Connell, 5’2 in

Importance The one-handed reach shows control of the body, balance, and endurance used in hunting. The object of the game is to get as high as possible, control is stressed.

Facts about the game The littlest distraction can cause loss of balance resulting in a failed attempt. The One-Hand Reach is probably the closest sport to a mind game and you need a large amount of mental focus and preparation. The Northern Games originate from the time when the Inuvialuit were still semi- nomadic and are played for fun and survival, developing strength, endurance, and pain resistance, or when groups from different areas visit. The player who reaches the target at the highest height will declared the winner. Concussions and fractures are the most common injuries that occur during the one hand reach.

Movements The person will lift up their body with their hand

Movements (cont.) They will reach up and touch the ball with the other hand

Movements (cont.) Then, with control, bring their hand back down

Questions What does the One-Hand reach have to do with hunting? How do you win the game? What is the world record for men? What is the world record for women? What are some common injuries?

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