Sprint Testing Protocols with Light Gates

Set Up

Equipment Set Up

Course Measurement and Split Time Positions

• Use tape measure to measure course
• Secure and place markers at designated distances

Light Gate Checks
– Check batteries
– Check they turn on
– Attach to tripods and set up tripod legs
– Position tripods

Light Gate Placement

Participant Set Up

Instruct the participant to begin behind the line.
Instruct the participant on the starting position, normally split stance standing (2-point standing staggered), but can be 2-point parallel, 3-point stance, 4-point stance, 4-point with blocks or without etc.

If 2-point stance ensure the toe of their front foot is against but not overlapping the line.
If 3-point stance ensure the hand is positioned behind the line.

Prior to movement initiation, ensure there is no countermovement, step back, falling or rolling start.

Importance of Familiarisation

Examples of Protocols from Published Research

Comparative Sprint Testing Scores