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Akron // 7th Annual Pole Vault Convention
AKRON, Ohio – University of Akron senior Lucy Bryan (Bristol, England) and former Zips' All-American Matt Ludwig captured titles in the elite pole vault competitions to headline the performances at the Seventh Annual Akron Pole Vault Convention on Saturday, Jan. 11, at Stile Athletics Field House.

Registering a 2020 world-leading mark of 18-4.50 (5.60m), Ludwig, a seven-time All-America award winner with the Zips from 2017-19, bested the men's field. He edged former Akron six-time All-America honoree Shawn Barber, who placed second with a mark of 17-10.50 (5.