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Elite Pole Vault Returns to Jordan Creek Mall
1 Apr
Summary
- World's top two pole vaulters compete on April 20.
- Reigning men's champion KC Lightfoot returns to defend title.
- Competition is free and open to the public at the mall.
The elite pole vault competition returns to Jordan Creek Town Center on April 20 at 6 p.m., coinciding with the 116th Drake Relays. This event, which the mall also hosted in 2024, is free and open to the public, requiring no tickets for attendance.
The women's field is set to be spectacular, featuring Katie Moon, the current world No. 1 and a 2021 Olympic champion, alongside world No. 2 Sandi Morris, who holds the American record. Both athletes have achieved significant international success.
In the men's division, defending champion KC Lightfoot will return to Des Moines to compete. He currently holds the American men's record. The strong men's field will also include six-time U.S. champion Chris Nilsen.
Some of these elite vaulters are also scheduled to compete outdoors at Drake Stadium on April 25, as part of the broader Drake Relays, which run from April 18-25.
