1 Photo, 10 Years Ago Made Pole Vaulter Allison Stokke Become A Viral Sensation

Published on 07/10/2019
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Staying On The Down-Low

During her junior year, she decided to focus more on her academics. She kept joining competitions, however. When she reached her senior year of college, she again landed eighth during the Pac-10 Championships. Unfortunately, she did not qualify for the NCAA either.

Staying On The Down-Low

Staying On The Down-Low

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Her Olympic Dreams

In 2012, she had her eyes set on competing in the London Olympics. Although she managed to strike a new personal best after vaulting 14 feet 3 ½ inches, she did not even clear the opening height during the US Olympic trials. Ouch.

Her Olympic Dreams

Her Olympic Dreams

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