#119 - Throw BIG Throw FAR Hosts Dan Labbadia (Jacked Javelin) To Discuss Getting Javelin In All 50 States
Big Shout Out to Joe Frontier for hosting me on his "Podcast Throw Big Throw Far" You can check them out here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/throw-big-throw-far-podcast/id1449291795https://open.spotify.com/show/7cb5VPldkRtgvu74QfXjaH?si=8687bb28c504440cThe javelin throw is one of the most technical, powerful, and beautiful events in track and field — yet in over half the United States, it’s still illegal at the high school level. In this episode of Throw BIG Throw FAR, host Joe Frontier sits down with Dan Labbadia, the founder of Jacked Javelin, to talk about his nationwide mission to get javelin legalized and accessible in all 50 states.Dan shares how he’s been leading the Jacked Javelin Movement, building resources for athletes and coaches, and connecting the throwing community across the country. From developing safe, cost-effective ways to introduce the event, to highlighting success stories from states that have recently reinstated it — this episode dives deep into how to bring javelin back where it belongs: on every high school track.Learn how states like Iowa, where athletes like Mike Stein grew up without access to high school javelin, still produce world-class throwers through creativity, resilience, and coaching innovation. Dan explains what’s holding some states back, and the actionable steps that athletes, parents, and coaches can take to start advocating locally.We also talk about the growth of javelin education online, how hybrid programs like Velocity are helping throwers around the world train smarter, and how javelin can become a gateway to athletic development, community, and opportunity in the U.S. If you’re a coach, thrower, or parent who believes javelin deserves its spot in every state — this conversation is for you. Together, we can raise awareness, unify the throwing community, and help the next generation of athletes discover the power of the javelin.
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