Pennel Sets Pole Vault Record
Pennel Sets Pole Vault Record
Pole vaulter, John Pennel of Glendale, California, sets a new world record mark for an event, clearing 17 feet, six and one quarter inches at the Los Angeles Time International Games. 26 year-old Pennel eclipses the old record, held by roommate Bob Seagren. John Pennel, a pole vaulter, shows style and grace as he clears the bar at 17 feet. High Angle Shot - Track and field fans applauding John Pennel s pole vaulting skills. High Angle Shot - The bar is set at 17 feet and 6 and 1/4 inches and John Pennel takes on the jump and misses his first try. High Angle Shot - Paul Williams runs and is going to do the vault but at the last minute cancels out and instead of going over, he runs under. MS - A third and final attempt by 26 year old John Pennel. John runs, takes the jump, and he is over the vault. It is certified and noted by track officials that John Pennel broke the record pole vault jump. Low Angle Shot - Track & field fans applauding John's performance. John Pennel - New record holder in the pole vault.