Throwers Program 2010 updated 1 Aug 10
Throwers Group - Activities and Events
[For dates and basic details of VMA throwers events, see the Event Calendar]
[For the Throwers newsletter, "Out Of Sector", go to Newsletters]
[For the Throwers non-championship results, go to VMA
Venue Results]
[For information on Throwers Group membership and Throwers Committee
contacts, see below]
Throwers Group Membership
Cost of joining the Throwers Group is $5/year; this gives you the use of the implements on training and competition days, Coaching clinics, result sheet of all events, plus a bi-monthly newsletter.
We have Sunday competition at Duncan Mackinnon Athletic Track ($3 for members and $5 for non-members, however all participants must be financial VMA members). Training and competition starts at 12.45 pm unless otherwise stated. Earlier arrival to help set up is always welcome. At the conclusion of activities we enjoy a friendly chat over a cuppa and cake or biscuit. Donation of a plate or a gold coin appreciated.
The Throwers are a friendly group and are willing to assist anyone who would like to have a go at throwing on a one to one basis or in a group. Just give one of the committee a ring.
VMA Throwers Committee 2009
| Patron: Joe Ball | |||
| Phone | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| President: | Graeme Rose | 9836 2350 | grarose@yahoo.com |
| Vice-President: | Ken Priestley | 0417134601 | knjoy@bigpond.com.au |
| Secretary: | Lorraine Mussett | 9809 0269 | lmussett@bigpond.com |
| Coaching: | Russell Devine | 9374 1448 | |
| Treasurer: | Astrid Rose | 9836 2350 | grarose@yahoo.com |
| Committee: | David Wookey | 9786 1119 | |
| Newsletter Editor: | Judy Pfanner | 9532 8787 | judy@pfanner.net |
| VMA Representative: | Graeme Rose | (Chair of Champs sub-committee) | |
| AMA Representative: | Graeme Rose | (Director of Competition) | |
Implements used for throwing: Hammer, Shot, Discus, Javelin and Heavy Weight. The implement weights are grade according to the age group. See Table below. The Weight Pentathlon includes throws with all the five implements in the order given above. Each implement performance scores points for distance and the values are totalled to give a final overall point score.
Equipment Specifications for Masters Men and Women
|
Age |
Hammer (kg) |
Shot (kg) |
Discus (kg) |
Javelin (g) |
Heavy Weight (kg) |
|
M 30-49 M 50-59 M 60-69 M 70-79 M 80+ |
7.26 6.00 5.00 4.00 3.00 |
7.26 6.00 5.00 4.00 3.00 |
2.00 1.50 1.00 1.00 1.00 |
800 700 600 500 400 |
15.88 11.34 9.08 7.26 5.45 |
|
W 30-49 W 50-59 W 60-74 W75+ |
4.00 3.00 3.00 2.00 |
4.00 3.00 3.00 2.00 |
1.00 1.00 1.00 0.750 |
600 500 400 400 |
9.08 7.26 5.45 4.00 |
Entry Details
Entry for the VMA Marathon is as per the dates for the Melbourne Marathon. All other VMA events can be entered on the day (please report in at least 30 minutes prior to the advertised start time). Competitors wishing to enter events conducted by Athletics Victoria, Australian Masters Athletics and other organizations need to follow the requirements as set out by the relevant body.
Race Fees and Membership Fees
Race fees and entry dates vary with different events, please be careful to ensure that you obtain the correct details for the event that you want to participate in. To participate in VMA events you must be a financial member of Victorian Masters Athletics. For details of current fees please see the VMA website or ask your local venue manager. If you are unsure if you have paid your fees for the current year please contact the Club Registrar, Astrid Rose Ph 9836 2350 for confirmation.
Medals and Random Prizes
In all events specified as VMA events medals will be awarded to the first 3 placegetters in each division for both men and women (CORRECT uniform is required). In addition to this all entrants will go into a draw for valuable prizes that will be available for collection at the event. You don't have to win a medal to be a winner!
