I recall how Athletics recruited new Pole Vaulters at University of Saskatchewan.
The coaches dropped into the Gymnastics Gym. Watched the oldest, tallest gymnasts — and asked me how close they were to retiring from Artistic. 😀
It’s an easy transition for many. They already have the physical ability, and aerial awareness.
Olivia McTaggart, for example, did Gymnastics for 10 years. Switched to Pole Vault at age-16.
At the 2022 World Athletics Indoor Championships she finished 6th.
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Gymnastics Coaching.com 