VIRGINIA TECH LAST CHANCE - 2010

Blacksburg, Virginia

4th: Brad Holtz (unattached): 5.38m, 17' 7.75" Personal Best
6th: Robert Rasnick: 5.22m, 17' 1.75" Personal Best
8th: Joeseph Berry: 5.22m, 17' 1.75" Seasonal Best



Brad Holtz highlighted the day with a smooth first attempt clearance at 5.38m. He does not have indoor eligibility but should make a huge impact on the squad as he has outdoor eligibility remaining. Joe struggled early but rallied to clear 5.22 on his 3rd attempt before taking 2 good attempts at a NCAA qualifier 5.38m. Rasnick, still vaulting at seven lefts, cleared a lifetime best of 5.22m. He also took some good shots at 5.38m. Although we failed in our mission to get someone to the NCAA's, this meet appears to be a very positive springboard for the outdoor season. Three guys, who look like they have another 6-10 inches in their vaulting in the near future. We will take a few days off, return to some base training, and re-visit some technical work as we move toward the Florida Relays.

SEC INDOOR CHAMPIONSHIPS - 2010

University of Arkansas

6th: Robert Rasnick: 5.15m, 16' 10.5"
8th: Joeseph Berry: 5.00m, 16' 4.5"

The Vols pole vaulters had a difficult day at the SEC's. Joe Berry had excellent warm-ups but was not able to carry that momentum into the meet. He struggled with standard placement and had some inconsistencies in his run. Rasnick also had some difficulties with his run, but managed to battle back for a big 3rd attempt clearance at 5.15m. This ends the Tennessee streak of 8 consecutive SEC pole vault championships. Although we were all disappointed in the results, the guys have the time and the talent to rally back this year. The guys will travel to a last chance meet next weekend.