The Dorothy Doolittle Collection - Women’s Shot Put Competitions (1985)

Duration: 3:53

Year Published: 1985

Format: 16mm

Sound: silent

Description: Compiled by esteemed track and field coach Dorothy Doolittle of Elgin, this slow-motion footage captures primarily women’s shot put competitions from 1985. Intended as a technique study, the film focuses on the form of several esteemed athletes, including Olympic gold medalist Ilona Slupianek. Do you recognize any of the other athletes? Let us know by emailing us at info@texasarchive.org.