High School Boys Pole Vault Records: Updated 2024 Edition
As track and field enthusiasts, we understand the thrill of watching athletes push the limits of human capability. The pole vault is one of those events that perfectly encapsulates this spirit of athleticism, combining strength, speed, and agility to soar to incredible heights. Today, we bring you the latest updates on high school boys pole vault records, using the standards of eligibility as set by Track and Field News.
Track and Field News Eligibility Criteria:
Athletes must be under the age of 20, have not started college, and records can be set until August 31st following graduation, provided they have not begun their fall college classes. Marks do not have to be set while competing for a high school or in high school meets.
Boys Outdoor Records
All-Time Records
- 19-10¼: Mondo Duplantis, Lafayette, LA - 8/12/18
- 18-10: Deakin Volz, Bloomington South, IN - 6/6/15
- 18-4.5: Armand Duplantis, Lafayette, LA - 4/14/17
- 18-3: Tommy Skipper, Sandy, OR - 6/15/03
- 18-2.25: Eric Eshbach, Orangefield, TX - 1999
- 18-2: Brandon Richards, Santa Barbara, CA - 1985
- 18-1.25: Joe Dial, Marlow, OK - 1981
- 18-0A: Pat Manson, Aurora, CO - 1986
- 17-11.75: Greg Duplantis, Lafayette, LA - 1981
- 17-10.50: Dale Jenkins, Abilene, TX - 1981
- 17-9: Spencer McCorkel, Bryant, AR - 2007
- 17-8.50: Brent Burns, Lafayette, CA - 1987
- 17-8: Bobby Most, Laredo, TX - 2001
- 17-7: Jeff Bray, Elk City, OK - 1989
- 17-7: Sage Thames, Wolfforth, TX - 2000
- 17-6.50: Josh Dial, Duncan, OK - 1999
- 17-6.50: Michael Morrison, Chesapeake, VA - 2006
- 17-6.25: Nico Weiler, Los Gatos, CA - 2007
Grade-Specific Records
- 7th Grade: 14-6 Tommy Skipper, Sandy, OR
- 8th Grade: 15-6 Tommy Skipper, Sandy, OR
- Freshman: 16-3.25 Jayson Lavender, Wichita Falls, TX - 1987
- Sophomore: 17-6 Jacob Davis, Orangefield, TX - 1994
- Junior: 18-0 Armand Duplantis, Lafayette, LA - 2017
- Senior: 19-10¼ Mondo Duplantis, Lafayette, LA - 2018
Boys Indoor Records
All-Time Records
- 19-1.5: Mondo Duplantis, Lafayette, LA - 2/25/17
- 17-11: Shawn Barber, Kingwood Park, TX - 2013
- 17-10.5: Jack Whitt, Norman North, OK - 2009
- 17-7.75: Devin King, Sumner, LA - 2014
- 17-6.5A: Pat Manson, Aurora, CO - 3/8/86
- 17-6: Brandon Richards, Santa Barbara, CA - 1985
- 17-5: Maston Wallace, Clear Brook, TX - 2007
- 17-4.5: Joe Dial, Marlow, OK - 1981
- 17-4.25: Scott Roth, Granite Bay, CA - 2006
- 17-3.75: Tommy Skipper, Sandy, OR - 2003
- 17-3.5: Spencer McCorkel, Bryant, AR - 2006
Grade-Specific Records
- Freshman: 15-6.25 Corey Shank, Ft. Wayne, IN - 2006
- Sophomore: 16-9 Jacob Davis, Orangefield, TX - 1994
- Junior: 17-11 Shawn Barber, Kingwood Park, TX - 2013
- Senior: 19-1.5 Mondo Duplantis, Lafayette, LA - 2018
These incredible athletes have set the bar higher year after year, pushing the limits of what is possible in high school pole vaulting. From the impressive marks set by Mondo Duplantis to the enduring legacy of Tommy Skipper, these records highlight the dedication and talent present in high school track and field.
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