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Interesting facts from the world of athletics
Applications open for Hammer Throw Talent Camp
This year we are looking for hammer throw enthusiasts between the ages of 13 and 15 for a talent camp. As part of the “Joy of Athletics” funding project, they have the chance to improve their technical skills under the supervision of DLV national coach Ron Herman Hutcher and with their coaches. The camp will take place in Keenbaum from December 3 to 5. Prerequisites are good coordination and athleticism, a sense of rhythm and twist, as well as enthusiasm for discipline. The application is sent by e-mail to Ron Herman Hutcher and includes over three minutes of video (with an introduction and demonstration of hammer throwing) and a profile (personal data, sports data). The last date for application is 3 November.
Livestream from Keenbaum with a lecture by Lauren Seagrave
on 30./31. The Sprint Trainer training course takes place in Kienbaum in October. Guest of the Keynote Speaker: American Lauren Seagrave, who led her hero to multiple Olympic and World Cup medals. This event is already fully booked. Due to great demand, DLV will live stream Lauren Seagrave’s lecture on “Special Technical Training for the Sprint”. The number of participants in the stream, which begins at 11 a.m. on October 30 and lasts for about two hours, is limited to 200 people. Registration is possible until shortly before the start of the event, provided there are still free places available. for registration.
Damien Warner dares to set a world record
Decathlon world champion Damien Warner (Canada) believes he can improve even more after his Olympic coup with a championship record of 9,018 points. Technically there is still room for improvement in many subjects. In addition, he still lacks the world title. And the world record is currently held by Frenchman Kevin Meyer with 9,126 points. “When my coach and I started this decathlon journey, it was [der Weltrekord] One of the things we talked about. And it’s one of those things that I think I can still achieve,” he told Reuters. eme / aji
Usain Bolt relies on Andre de Grasse
As for world record holder Usain Bolt, Canadian sprinter Andre de Grasse is the one to beat in years to come: “Andre de Grasse is more consistent, every time he’s in shape he’s on the podium. If it’s in this form continues, he will be the one who will have to be on the bill, or he will be the one who will be beaten”, Jamaica is quoted as saying by Reuters News Service. “It was up and down with everyone else, here one Victory, there was a defeat.” eme / aji
Appreciation of top athletes at the end of their careers
Nearly 30 German top athletes, including athletics hurdler Pamela Dutkiewicz-Emmerich, 400m hurdles specialist Jackie Baumann and Paralympic runner-up, will pay special attention to the sport after the end of their competitive sporting careers on 23 October. Düsseldorf city. As part of the honors “Junior Athlete: Inside of the Year”, Deutsche Sporthilf collaborated with the DfL Foundation to honor outstanding achievements under the motto “Thank You 2021”.
“Open letter” from DOSB: an appeal for the return of the sport
Before coalition talks began, the DOSB appealed to the three parties involved, the SPD, Alliance 90/Greens and the FDP, to strengthen the game in Germany. In an “open letter”, on behalf of sportspersons, among other things, he called for sustainable investment in sports facilities and swimming pools, strengthening children’s and youth sports, supporting 90,000 sports clubs, and honoring the commitment. did. Eight lakh volunteers. In addition, infrastructure conditions for top athletes will have to be improved. “Make it clear that performance pays off,” demands DOSB. “The game needs your support!” DPA
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