WINNING JUMPS AND POLE VAULT

A new work in which major American coaching authorities discuss various aspects of the jumping events. Editor Ed Jacoby tackles biomechanics of the approach, takeoff and landing in jumping. In the technique and training section, Tom and Kyle Tellez take on the long jump, Boo Schexnayder the triple jump, Cliff Rovelto the high jump and Greg Hull the vault. Dr. Keith Henschen and Dr. Will Freeman handle aspects of mental training and program design. The result is an indispensable text and reference source for every coach and serious athlete. Well illustrated. 2009. 216pp.