LA CROSSE − At most track and field meets, the throwers toil in relative anonymity. Away from the big crowds, an enclave unto themselves. The shot putters glide or spin to heave 8 to 12 pounds ...

Throwing the discus and shot put are forms of art. The two main throwing events in high school track and field may require the most muscle of any discipline, but they also rely heavily on ...

Raynor Ranum proved to be a quick learner. Just two years after competing in shot put and discus for the first time, the Campbell County senior already owns the school record in both events.