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pole vault

NOUN
field event
Synonyms
WEAK
broad jump discus throw hammer throw high jump javelin throw long jump shot put triple jump

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Cassidy Nguyễn from Los Alamitos won the girls’ pole vault at 13 feet and Aliso Niguel’s Dane Malloy won the boys triple jump at 48-5.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

History-maker Armand Duplantis soared to his 14th world record with his final attempt as the Swedish superstar continued his pole vault domination by winning a third consecutive world title.

From BBC • Sep. 15, 2025

"The pole vault mats are meant to be soft, she must have caught her ankle at a terrible angle. It's devastating."

From BBC • Sep. 15, 2025

Armand Duplantis breaks the men's pole vault world record for the 14th time, clearing 6.30m attempt after winning gold at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.

From BBC • Sep. 15, 2025

“So what do you want me to do? Coach track? Maybe the high jump? Or the pole vault? I’m a heck of a pole vaulter.”

From "Okay for Now" by Gary D. Schmidt