Tom Rutledge/Gill Athletics Pole Vault Safety and Technique Clinic

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Pole Vault Clinic Registration Form & Brochure (PDF)

When: Dec. 22-23, 2004 (Wednesday & Thursday)

Where: Missouri Southern State University, 3950 E. Newman Road, Joplin, MO 64801; Leggett & Platt Athletic Center

Who: Male and female pole vaulters (age 13 and older), coaches and parents

Director: Tom Rutledge, head men's track & field coach, Missouri Southern

Clinic Staff:

Joe Dial - Head track coach, Oral Roberts University.

Brian Carrel - Gill Athletics Technical Sales Representative. Pole vault coach at the University of Illinois.

Mike Lawrence - Missouri Southern strength coach

MSSU pole vaulters and track team members, which includes Chris Turner, Kyle Rutledge and Matt Campbell.

Camp Organization: We will focus on proper vaulting, equipment, safety and coaching techniques. There will be an emphasis on creating a safer environment for vaulters.

We will teach and practice all phases of the vault; provide poles for all campers (10'-6" - 16' poles); offer a wide range of drills; emphasize the safety factors of vaulting.

Weight and strength training specific for vaulters

Our goal is to lead the way on the proper techniques and safety of vaulting. It is our desire to develop a better understanding and knowledge of the event to train young athletes and coaches in the proper methods of coaching and participation.

Clinic Fee:

Athletes - $200
Includes night double-occupancy at local motel; 3 meals; transportation during camp; Gill multi-purpose sports helmet ($50 value)

Commuter Athlete - $165
Includes 3 meals, Gill multi-purpose sports helmet ($50 value)

Coach/Parent Observer - $140
Includes 1 night double occupancy at local motel; 3 meals; transportation during camp

Commuter Coach/Parent Observer - $100
Includes 3 meals

Deposit: $50 - Send Cashiers Check or Money Order payable to: Tom Rutledge PV Clinic; 3950 E. Newman Road; Joplin, MO 64801. Email: Rutledge-T@mssu.edu

Application deadline: First 80 applicants, apply early! No application guarantees after Dec. 14 or postmarked after Dec. 12.

Check-In Time & Location: 8-10 am Wednesday, Dec. 22 at Leggett & Platt Athletic Center/Young Gymnasium

Departure Time: 5 pm, Thursday, Dec. 23

General Information:

1. You should bring workout clothes, running shoes, spiked shoes (optional), towels, swimsuit, notebook and pencil.

2. Campers will be housed and served meals. Two athletes will room together according to age. Camp staff will stay at motel with campers. Parents or coaches may request to stay with their athlete.

3. All campers must have health and accident insurance. Please indicate company and policy number on application.

4. Complete all sections on the application and forward it to the address indicated. You cannot participate without all of the proper signatures.

5. A copy of this year's physical will be acceptable instead of the Physicians Statement.

6. All campers must abide by the camp rules. Failure to do so may result in dismissal from camp activities or may be sent home without a refund.

7. Any driver under age 18 must park their vehicle on the MSSU campus during the camp and use the transportation provided.

8. Missouri Southern trainer will be available during camp activities and at the motel.

9. Acceptance to this camp will be confirmed later by letter containing additional camp information. This camp admites all qualified applicants without regard to disability, race, color, religion, ethnic origin or sexual orientation.

Pole Vault Clinic Registration Form & Brochure (PDF)

Tom Rutledge/Gill Athletics Pole Vault Safety & Technique Clinic, Dec. 22-23, 2004

Schedule for Wednesday, Dec. 22
8-10 a.m. - Check in
10:30 a.m. - Session I
Noon - Lunch
1 p.m. - Session II
2 p.m. - Session III
3 p.m. - Break. End of Strength & Conditioning Clinic
3:30 p.m. - Pole Vault Stations, Session I
5:30 p.m. - Dinner
6:30 p.m. - Safety Lecture
7:30 p.m. - Pole Vault Stations - Session II
9:30 p.m. - Return to lodging
11 p.m. - Lights out

Schedule for Thursday, Dec. 23
7:30 a.m. - Wake-up/Breakfast @ Baymont Inn
8:30 a.m. - Check-out/Depart for Leggett & Platt Athletic Center
9 a.m. - Pole Vault Stations - Session III
11 a.m. - Video Analysis, Joe Dial
Noon - Lunch
1 p.m. - Lecture/Q & A Session
2 p.m. - Pole Vault Competition
4 p.m. - Awards and Conclusion