Have you ever had a problem getting a good grip on your pole?
In 1954, Cal vaulter Larry Anderson was the 1954 NCAA pole vault champion at 14' 2". (14’4” PR).
He vaulted with a total of 5 fingers, three on one hand and two on the other. His missing fingers were lost in a chemistry explosion.
NCAA champion with a physical handicap.
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