1. Coaching Multiple Throws at Small Schools for JH & HS
LEW Whitson
Valley Heights JH/HS

2. Jenny’s and Joe’s
Not always a lot of numbers out, but those out willing to work
We have been blessed with talented athlete’s who are willing to work and put in additional effort to take advantage of their talent
Many that have been successful started young and are also active in programs in winter and summer also, allowing them to get more experience, coaching, and exposure to competition.- Perry Henault NEK Track Club
Many have gone on to compete at the next level in track or other sports – Just over the past 4 years attending Butler Co, Allen Co, Highland CC, Missouri Southern, Washburn, Fort Hays, Doane

3. Challenges of coaching multi- throw events and JH & HS athletes
Things to Consider
Time on Fundamentals vs Strength/Conditioning- Core/Hips
Time- how much for each event- planning
How many days a week/event? Meets for JH- I will just have HS throwers
Are my athletes single or multi event throwers-Other field events?
Most of my time is spent with shot and discus, Javelin gets cheated…. focus on Javelin on days I don’t have JH kids, or later sessions toward end after JH leaves- give kids drills to do when I am not right with them
Safety! Know where those are around you

4. Rewards of coaching multi- throw events and JH & HS athletes
Relationship development- carry over from JH HS
Use JH years as building blocks, basic fundamental development
Develop an understanding of strengths and weaknesses
You know what you got coming up and can develop ideas to help improve on both strengths and weaknesses
Those committed by HS years have learned to stay late if needed and get the attention to detail and improve
Drill for specific athletes- all aren’t always working on the same part of the throw everyday