Skipper and Rivet utilize different shot put techniques, with Skipper using the glide technique and Rivet using the spin technique. Alexandria Senior High School freshmen Alyssa Skipper and Carter ...

When it comes to the spin, considered by many as the rotational technique, it involves using ... hips like they would in a ...

the Oregon-raised champion who made history in these games by becoming the first athlete to win three consecutive Olympic gold medals in shot put, tried to show the hosts the proper technique for ...

PARIS, France — The shot put is one of the throwing events in the track and field events at the Olympics. Men and women use strength and technique in an attempt to throw the heavy metal ball as ...

As important as technique and mental approach can be, the shot put remains — at its core — physical and brutal. “Throwing a 16-pound ball for a living beats you up,” Crouser said.

but they also rely heavily on technique and momentum. Northern Kentucky had two discus state champions and one shot put gold medalist in 2024. Southwest Ohio had a handful of state placers.