Track & Field Equipment Pre-Season Checklist
Get your program ready for the season with our Track & Field Equipment Pre-Season Checklist, designed to help coaches and facilities stay organized and fully prepared. This easy-to-use guide helps you evaluate existing gear, spot missing or worn equipment, and ensure your team is ready for every event—from sprints to field events.
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Coaching & Supplies
- Locate and check condition:
Discus
- Discus: (shop)
- Inspect rims for dents, nicks, and burs
- Confirm plates are firmly attached and not cracked
- Ensure weight meets competition standards
- Cage: (shop)
- Inspect netting for holes
- Inspect pulley hardware and ropes
- Circle: (shop)
- Inspect for damage
Equipment Carts
(shop)- Check frames for damage
- Check tires for proper inflation
Hammers
(shop)- Hammers:
- Check handle and wire for safety
- Cage:
- Inspect netting for holes
- Inspect pulley hardware and ropes
High Jump
(shop)- Pits: Check pad covers for tears or loose parts, ensure foam is firm (shop)
- Standards/Uprights: Check hardware & functionality (shop)
- Crossbars: Check for cracks or warping (shop)
Track
- Hurdles: (shop)
- Frames & Crossbars: Check for bending & warping
- Height Adjustment Mechanism: Check for proper functionality
- Hardware: Ensure it is secure
- Batons: (shop)
- Check Inventory and inspect for damage
- Starting Blocks: (shop)
- Check pedals and adjustment function
Javelin
(shop)- Shafts: Check for bends, cracks, or damage
- Grips: Check for secure grip
- Tip: Ensure smooth & not worn
- Ensure weight & length meet competition standards
Long/Triple Jump
(shop)- Sand Pit Covers: Check for tears or damage
- Rakes: Inspect for broken teeth or loose handles
- Takeoff Boards: Check for cracks or loose edges
Pole Vault
(shop)- Poles: (shop), (learn more)
- Check pole for cracks, splits, or chips especially near the ends
- Check grip tape for damage or wear
- Pits: (shop)
- Check pad covers for tears or loose parts, ensure foam is firm
- Standards/Uprights: (shop)
- Check hardware & functionality
- Crossbars: (shop)
- Check for cracks or warping
Shot Put
(shop)- Check for cracks, dents, or peeling paint
- Ensure weight meets competition standards
Steeplechase
(shop)- Barriers: Inspect frames & stability
- Check water jump barrier condition
Training Equipment
- Ladders (shop)
- Speed rings, hurdles, chutes, sleds, etc. (shop)
- Plyo Boxes (shop)
- Medicine Balls (shop)
- Foam Hurdles (shop)
Canopies/Shelters
(shop)- Inspect fabric for tears, check frame and legs for stability
