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Lesson 9:
Too Close for Comfort: Fixing Tight Exchanges
This lesson addresses the issues that arise when relay runners get too close during baton exchanges. Learn how improper spacing, slowing down in the zone, premature baton punching, and poor hand positioning can all lead to failed handoffs. Practical troubleshooting tips are provided to correct spacing, reinforce proper mechanics, and ensure clean, efficient exchanges.
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In Relay Exchanges for the 4x100 & 200 by Coach Nick Buckvar, athletes and coaches are taken through an in-depth breakdown of the essential techniques, strategies, and philosophies behind successful relay exchanges. Nick opens by emphasizing the critical role of the relay exchange in sprint performance—where tenths of a second are won or lost—and how perfecting this detail can elevate a team's ...
