The staff at Missouri MileSplit is looking for readers' input as we compile all-state teams from the 2023 track and field season.
A Small School team from Classes 1-2 and a Large School team from schools in Classes 3-4-5 will be named. Fans have the opportunity to vote and play a part in determining the team. Athletes are limited to nomination in just one event and one athlete per event will be named to the all-state team. Some athletes could be the favorite in multiple events but highlighting many athletes has been our focus.
Check back on a new poll for various events over the next few days. The poll is open until Aug. 20.
Nominees for the Girls pole vaulter of the year:
Name, Year, School, State Finish, State Mark, Season Best if not at State, Season Performance List position
Eva Engel, so., Worth County, 3.22m/10-6 3/4, Class 1 champion - SB 3.40m/11-1 ¾, C1#1, Class 1+2 #T2, MO#T9 All Classes
Ava Barnes, jr., Mound City, 3.22m/10-6 3/4, Class 1 runner-up - SB 3.28m/10-9 C1#2, C1-2 #5, MO#T15 All Classes
Annalee Gardner, sr., Butler , 3.53m/11-7, Class 2 champion - SB 3.70m/12-1 ½ C2#1, MO#4 All Classes
Heidi Hartwig, Sr., Duchesne, 3.24m/10-7.5, Class 2 3rd - SB 3.40m/11-1 ¾ C2#2, MO#T9 All Classes
