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Track and Field Word Search

Running, jumping and throwing events all share one oval. A standard outdoor track measures 400 meters around in the inside lane. Worth a look for anyone who has spent time in the infield.

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Find these 15 words

15 words, adds diagonals

  • baton
  • discus
  • finish line
  • high jump
  • hurdle
  • javelin
  • lane
  • long jump
  • marathon
  • race
  • relay
  • shot put
  • sprint
  • starting block
  • track

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Words in the Track and Field word search

Every word used across the three levels, with a quick note on what it means.

race
A contest to cover a set distance fastest.
track
The oval running surface marked into separate lanes.
relay
A team race in which runners pass a baton.
hurdle
A barrier runners clear without breaking stride.
sprint
A short race run at top speed.
long jump
Jumping forward for distance into a sand pit.
high jump
Clearing a raised bar without knocking it down.
shot put
Pushing a heavy metal ball as far as possible.
discus
A heavy disc thrown after a spinning turn.
javelin
A long spear thrown for distance after a run up.
baton
The short tube handed between relay runners.
finish line
The marked line that ends every race.
starting block
Angled footrest sprinters push off from at the start.
lane
One marked path a runner must stay inside.
marathon
A road race of just over twenty six miles.
pole vault
Using a flexible pole to clear a high bar.
stopwatch
Handheld timer used to record race times.
triple jump
A hop, a step, and a jump into the sand.
spikes
Light shoes with small points for grip on track.
steeplechase
A distance race over barriers and a water jump.

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