How To Run 4 X 100 Meter Relay In Bar Graph

Learning Outcomes

1. The learner will able to develop the ability to visualize, calculate relevant values ,interpret ,classify ,reason and justify.
2. The learner will able to measure and compare distance and time taken by players.
3. The learner will able to collect,  organize ,summarize ,display and critically analysis data in order to draw conclusions and to interpret . This enables the learner to participate meaningfully in sports ,social and economic activities .

Description Of Activity

How to Play

Do you know how to complete 4 X 100  m relay with more speed and how to change relay baton .

Well students, we can find out by observing closely and gathering the correct data. Now we move to the ground with four relay batons .A rely baton is carried by each runner. A relay race is made up of four sprints of equal distance put together .Let us make an entry sheet. The entry sheet may look something like the picture shown below.

1. Place your best starter first The ideal first runner has an explosive takeoff and never gets disqualified for false starts. This position also requires fast running around the bend of the oval track
2. Choose the second runner The second runner should perfect their baton handling skills, as the second leg involves both receiving and passing the baton. This is a straight leg, so this is a good spot for a fast sprinter who is not really good at bends/curves.
   This is a great spot for your fastest runner if they are much faster than the other three. This is especially true if your fastest runner is also great at baton hand offs.
3. Pick a good bend runner for the third leg In general, shorter runners are best around curves because they can accelerate faster than taller runners. This position also benefits from good baton hand off skills, and from the ability to compete under the pressure.
   Although unorthodox, it could be smart to put your fastest runner here if they are also good on bends. A 200 m specialist could do well on this leg.
4. End with an eager finisher Many teams place their fastest runner last, perhaps so they can claim the glory! In fact, psychology may be more important than raw speed. This runner cannot get discouraged if they start the fourth leg behind the other teams. Choose a competitor who thrives under the end of race pressure.
   If your two fastest runners are much faster than the other two, place them second and fourth. This allows you to maximize the distance they run.
   At high levels of competition, choose a runner with advanced finishing techniques.This includes "lifting," a running form with light ground contact and rapid knee lifts, and lunging, a carefully timed forward fall so the chest crosses the finish line sooner. 

	I st runner time taken	Ii nd runner time taken	III rd runner time taken	IV th runner time taken	Total time taken
	(100 meters)	(100 meters)	(100 meters)	( 100 meters)	(400 meters )
Team I
Team II
Team III
Team IV

Total the each team running and choose a graph to represent your gathered data. Bar graph is suitable for above data. We can draw a bar graph in two ways

 (1) For team members                                         (2) For all teams

Questions .

1. What will be the speed of each team / runner .
2. What kind of graph would best represent the data.
3. What can you infer from the data you have gathered .
4. Is there a close competition for the top spot ?
5. Which team had taken less time ?
6.  What is the importance of games in your life?

Variations

1. Variations may be brought in by changing  the team members .
2. All children may not interest in running relay. May be asked to participate in different games.
3. Some children are interested in 4 X 400 m relay or individual 100 m /400 m / 800 m running. Encourage them.

Coaching Tips

1. Running Order of Participants.
2. Changing Relay batons.

Equipment/Material Required

Relay batons ,timer and shoes for each participants