Indoor Conference 2010

"He who would learn to fly one day must learn to stand and walk and run and climb and dance; one cannot fly into flying." -- Friedrich Nietzsche

Pole:

Height: 13'
Weight: 160 lbs.
Step: 7 step

Things to Work On:

1. Left arm out on the plant initially.
2. Get up off the top of the pole.
3. Hold the plant longer.
4. Continue turning over the crossbar (hollow out).
5. Stay fast at the end of the runway.

Comments:

Took third in the Conference as a freshman and got a new Personal Record of 3.55 meters! There was a great article on the meet posted by the University. It said: "Freshman pole vaulter Lauren Gale entered the C-USA Championship hoping to post a personal-best vault. The Gilbert, Arizona native not only posted a personal-best mark of 3.55 meters (11-07.75) in the competition, she finished third to score six points for the Lady Tigers. 'That was phenomenal character displayed by a true freshman today,' Robinson said of Gale. 'To set a lifetime best at her first championship is an outstanding accomplishment.'" I was so proud at that moment to be a Memphis Tiger! It was my finest moment as an athlete to date. Coach Rob's quote made me want to cry... it was very heartfelt and touched me deeply because I respect him so much as my head coach. I am forever greatful to my family for their support and love throughout this season, Coach Guy who helped me as a high school athlete to get better technique, to Coach Fraizer for working with my rudimentary technique as a pole vaulter, and all my friends that have supported me so far. I can't wait to get outdoor season underway! I'm going to be turning heads as a Tiger! Look out! :D