Table of Contents
- 1 How high do you need to pole vault for college?
- 2 What’s a good pole vaulting height?
- 3 What is the minimum height for pole vault?
- 4 Is it better to be short or tall for pole vaulting?
- 5 How long can a pole vault pole be?
- 6 What size pole do I need for pole vault?
- 7 What kind of poles do pole vaulters use?
- 8 Do you have to choose the length of your pole?
How high do you need to pole vault for college?
Division 1 track and field recruiting standards
| Event | D1 Top | D1 Low |
|---|---|---|
| 3000m Steeple | 8:41.24 | 12:19.90 |
| High Jump | 7’2″ | 6’5″ |
| Pole Vault | 17’11” | 14’6″ |
| Long Jump | 25’10” | 22’11” |
What’s a good pole vaulting height?
Still, he thinks 16.5 feet is a good bet, and he says women will eventually break the 17 foot mark. “Women have different challenges than men in pole-vaulting, such as different upper body strength and a lower average height,” Nielsen says.
What is the high school pole vault record?
Boys High School Records
| Field Events | ||
|---|---|---|
| High Jump | 2.31 | 7-7 | 7/18/02 |
| Pole Vault | 6.05 | 19-10¼ | 8/12/18 |
| Long Jump | 8.18 | 26-10 | 6/27/09 |
| Triple Jump | 16.72 | 54-10¼ | 7/29/04 |
How long is a high school pole vault pole?
Poles are manufactured for people of all skill levels and body sizes, with lengths between 3.05 m (10 ft 0 in) and 5.30 m (17 ft 5 in) and a wide range of weight ratings. Each manufacturer determines the weight rating for the pole and the location of the maximum handhold band.
What is the minimum height for pole vault?
I feel very strongly we need to Immediately limit the competition opening heights for High school and Youth pole vault athletes. All 9th grade level/age14 girls must have an “opening” height of a minimum of seven (7) feet. All 9th grade level/age 14 boys must have an “opening” height of a minimum of 9 feet (8) feet.
Is it better to be short or tall for pole vaulting?
TALL AND LEAN. Elite vaulters are generally tall. Taller athletes have an advantage in the pole vault, especially at the pole strike. A taller athlete usually has a higher reach, and an athlete with a higher reach can strike the pole at a higher angle than a shorter athlete with a lower reach.
What is a good pole vault height for beginners?
Starting without a bar will allow you to learn the motions of the vault without worrying about getting to a certain height. Make sure you are using a pole that weighs more than you, and is the right height for learning. Most beginners start with 13 to 16 feet (4.0 to 4.9 m) depending on their height and weight.
What is the fastest 400 time?
43.03
400 metres
| Athletics 400 metres | |
|---|---|
| The closing stages of a men’s 400 m race. | |
| World records | |
| Men | Wayde van Niekerk 43.03 (2016) |
| Women | Marita Koch 47.60 (1985) |
How long can a pole vault pole be?
Poles lengths vary between 3.05 m (10 ft 0 in) and 5.30 m (17 ft 5 in) poles. Pole Vault can be constructed to suit different designs or specifications and it can still meet IAAF, NFHS or NCAA minimum requirements.
What size pole do I need for pole vault?
The pole must be an accurate weight in order for it to support the vaulter. However, as competitors increase their height for competitions, it is recommended that they seek poles that are at least 20-30lbs. over their body weight.
How tall should a pole vaulter be in high school?
It varies, but in general, for men, 12–13 feet is where you start to be considered “pretty good” in high school. 14–15 feet will get you some conference or district level attention, and 15–16 feet will generally put you among the top in nearly any state. 16+, and you’re probably a national competitor. For women, adjust down by a few feet.
Why are pole vault scores higher for men than women?
The formula physics provides for how high someone can pole vault involves the high their center of gravity can reach. Men often have a higher COG than women, not a huge difference but a difference. Look at other high school events as well, Mondo has the national record for HS pole vault and it is higher than the women’s world record.
What kind of poles do pole vaulters use?
(With fibreglass poles, the poles also have to be constructed according to their weight, so that they will bend, but not break.) Outside of school events (where the school usually provides a selection of poles for students to choose from), the vaulters each bring their own pole, and often that includes more than one.
Do you have to choose the length of your pole?
Yes, they more or less have to choose the length of their pole, based on their own needs. (With fibreglass poles, the poles also have to be constructed according to their weight, so that they will bend, but not break.)