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Track Field Specs Ms

This document provides specifications and diagrams for track and field facilities based on requirements set by governing bodies like the IAAF, NFHS, and NCAA. It includes dimensions for a 400 meter track and examples of layouts for various track and field events like shot put, discus, javelin, pole vault, long jump, and high jump. Users are advised to check with the appropriate governing body for exact rules and specifications.

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Track Field Specs Ms

This document provides specifications and diagrams for track and field facilities based on requirements set by governing bodies like the IAAF, NFHS, and NCAA. It includes dimensions for a 400 meter track and examples of layouts for various track and field events like shot put, discus, javelin, pole vault, long jump, and high jump. Users are advised to check with the appropriate governing body for exact rules and specifications.

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TRACK & FIELD

Facility Specification Guide

Dimensions for track and field events appearing in the following diagrams are based on requirements set forth
by the various governing bodies. There are variations included in the following diagrams that are requirements
and recommendations for facilities governed by the National Federation of State High School Associations
(NFHS), the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), USA Track & Field (USATF) or the International
Amateur Athletic Federation (IAAF). Please consult the appropriate governing body or the American Sports
Builders Association for specific information. Rules allow variation in geometry and layout. The diagrams
appearing in this section merely serve as examples.

IAAF STANDARD 400 METER TRACK

400 METER EVENTS

Note: This diagram


indicates just one
example of a 400
meter event layout. This
specific example includes
a measure line distance
that is not recommended
for tracks surrounding
soccer, field hockey or
lacrosse fields.

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TRACK/PLAYING FIELD CONFIGURATION

SHOT PUT PAD SUGGESTED DISCUS/


HAMMER CAGE

Note: Shotput toe boards vary. Coordinate with manufacturer/


designer for proper placement and installation.

JAVELIN RUNWAY

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POLE VAULT LANDING AREA

Note: These diagrams


depict an example
of a high school pole
vault landing area.

LONG JUMP/TRIPLE JUMP PIT PLAN

HIGH JUMP DETAIL


FOR MORE
INFORMATION
CONTACT:
American Sports
Builders Association
(410) 730-9595
www.sportsbuilders.org

National Federation of State


High School Associations
(317) 972-6900
www.nfhs.org

USA Track & Field


(317) 261-0500
www.usatf.org (Pole vault landing area diagrams courtesy of the NFHS;
all other diagrams courtesy of the ASBA.)

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