What a difference another year of hard work and dedication has made for me in the pole vault. Within the last 2 years, I have improved my personal record by 27 inches, from 12′6″ to 14′9″. As I gear up for another season, my eyes are already on the prize of jumping even higher heights. Not only am I aiming to join the 15′ club, but also to be in the top 3 at the Olympic Trials this July to seal a spot on the 2008 Olympic Team.

Highlights from the 2007 season…

~ Qualified to the 2008 Olympic Trials

~ Ranked 8th in the US, Ranked 39th in the world

~ August 2007, NAPVA Grand Prix Champion

~ June 2007, Placed 9th at the USA Outdoor Championships

~ May 2007, new personal record of 14’9 / 4.50m

~ March 2007, new personal record of 14’5.25 / 4.40m

~ Qualified for USA Outdoor Championships in Indianapolis, IN

~ February 2007, new personal record of 14’1.25 / 4.30

~ February 2007, 6th at the USA Indoor Championships

What’s ahead: the mission and goals

Mission: Aspiring for the Perfect Vault

Goals: Top 3 at Olympic Trials & PR of 15’6”

T-shirts SALE

If you haven’t purchase you t-shirts yet, you are in luck. There are only 50 t-shirts (S-3XL) remaining and they all are on sale this month for $10.00. Get yours while supplies last. All contributions assist with expenses incurred due to training, equipment, insurance and travel. You can make a difference, support the dream that is already on track to becoming a reality.

A Note of Thanks

A note of thanks to everyone who has supported me throughout this year, and my journey through life. My achievements would not have been possible without YOU! As the journey continues, your words of encouragement and prayers are needed more than ever.

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