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Programs & Services

The Indiana High School Hammer Association is dedicated to uniting coaches and athletes to elevate the hammer throw event in Indiana, showcasing its importance alongside other distinguished throwing events in our state.

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IHSHA State Hammer HS Championships

2026 Presenting Sponsor: Throws Pro

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Coach Development

We can offer resources for coaches to improve their knowledge and coaching methods specific to hammer throw techniques.

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High School Clinics & Competitions

We organize competitions for high school athletes to showcase their skills and gain valuable experience in the hammer throw. Partners also offer hammer clinics for beginners.

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Alumni

Check out a gallery of Indiana High School Hammer Throwers.

How We Support You

Our association provides a wide range of services designed to empower athletes and coaches, ensuring they have the tools they need to succeed.

Clinics

Partners host clinics to introduce new hammer throwers to the sport safely. 

Networking Opportunities

Partners offer meets in the spring, summer and fall. Beside the competition aspect, it is our hope that the meets facilitate networking events for athletes and coaches to connect, share experiences, and learn from one another.

Mentorship Programs

We are always looking for more partners who can provide throwing facilities or start their own throwing club.

Rewarding Excellence

We plan to honor the pioneers of hammer throwing in Indiana by sharing their stories. We also will be compiling top ten lists for all time performances to help motivate the next generation to set their goals high. 

Resource Development

We plan  to  provide resources such as training manuals and video tutorials to help athletes refine their skills.

Advocacy for the Sport

We advocate for the inclusion and recognition of the hammer throw in school athletics and local competitions.

Training Resources

We offer various resources to support our members, including coaching materials and fitness facilities.

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Training Facilities

Marian University Throwing Facility - Indianapolis

Sycamore Farms  Throwing Club - Private Cage - Bloomington

Southern Indiana Throws Club - Private Cage - Floyds Knobs

Please note these facilities are reserved for clinics and meets, not open practices

Social Media Presence

We are developing a robust social media strategy to help spread awareness of the association. 

Field Notes Newsletter

Sign up for our newsletter to learn about upccomming events and opportunities. 

Resource Library

Our plan is to create some basic training materials to get hammer throwers started.

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A recognized 501 c3  non-profit organization serving high school hammer throwers throughout the state of Indiana.

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