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15 Rules for the Pole Vault
While it is not possible to prevent injuries completely, coaches have a list of unwritten rules that aim to help keep vaulters safe.
The Case for Counting Backward
In an ideal world, pole vaulters would be able to step on a runway, raise their pole, and begin their approach on autopilot.
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— David Brannan