High School Track & Field?

Question

What is high school track and field like? What do you do?

Answer 1

High school track and field has to do with (mostly) individual events. Track includes races like the 100 meter, 200 meter, 400 meter, 800 meter (1/2 mile), 1 mile and 2 mile runs, as well as hurdles and relays. In all of these events, you run. They take a certain amount of skill. You have to pace yourself and know your limits. Field events include shot put (throw a heavy ball as far as you can), discus, pole-vault, long jump, high jump, etc. These events test ability such as strength.

Track is usually more laid back than other sports. It has less spectators, and many people use it as a means to keep in shape between other sports, but it is pretty fun. If you're young and interested, just show up and try things until you find what you like. I ran the 400 and 800 meter races and did long jump and certain relays and I enjoyed it a lot. Talk to the coach and see what they recommend.

Answer 2

well, i'm looking to get a scholarship by senior year, hopefully to a d1 college. I didn't run XC, but i started running competitively this year during indoor track, and ran a 4:58 mile and a 2:15 800m. I know I am good for a freshman, but I know I'm going to have to work extremely hard to get a scholarship to a d1. That requires a 4:10 1600 or less and an 800 under 2:00 at least.

Answer 3

it's very competitive and fun. it's a sport for almost anyone who's willing to participate, practice, and do what's needed for the best of the team. it has a lot of diversity, since athletes from all sports join--mainly to stay in shape. there are several events, which include: sprinting, distance, hurdle jumping, long jumping and throwing. like any other sport you practice until you're the best at your event.

Answer 4

No