High Jumper Arching Over the Bar Mid-Jump

An athlete is caught in the middle of a high jump, back arched over a long horizontal bar that rests on an upright stand at the left. One arm is raised with the fingers spread, and the other hand reaches toward the bar. The head is tipped back, and the legs hang down on the far side wearing a sleeveless top, shorts and lace-up athletic shoes. One shoe shows spikes on the sole. Behind the jumper you can see a low wall, a bushy hedge line and a curved track edge in the foreground. The large open areas of the uniform and the background make it easy for younger kids to color. Try a bright color for the jersey and shorts so the arched body stands out from the plain scenery. It also works well as a talking point about how high jumpers clear the bar. This free printable suits classroom sports units.