Eva Engel '25 Recruiting Profile

My name is Eva Engel, a 5'4" pole vaulter from Worth County R3 High School in Grant City, MO with a weighted GPA of 3.7. I am a student who tries to succeed in everything I do academically, athletically, and through activities, while trying to be a positive leader to my peers and in my community. I am looking for a university where I can find the right balance between the classroom and pole vaulting, being strong and successful in both.

As a freshman, I consistently vaulted 8-8'6" with a PR of 9'2" at the Missouri State Championship meet, placing me 5th. Qualifying for State was amazing, but I knew I wanted more. I continued working out through the summer, taking a couple month break in August and September, to participate in Golf. In October, I returned to training with Coach Todd Cooper of “Just Vault”, making the 4 hour round trip each week, preparing for the upcoming indoor season. 

Starting my sophomore year with Indoor meets, I ended that season with a PR of 11’. I attended some bigger high school meets such as; The University of Arkansas, Air Force Academy, and University of Kansas to gain a more competitive experience. High School season was consistent at 10’6” but did hit a PR of 11’ to break our High School record. I qualified for the KU Relays which was very rewarding as I was the only underclassman who competed and medaled.  I ended the 2023 season with a State Championship for Class 1 with a vault of 10'6".75 and selected for several All Star Teams.

My goal for my Junior year, Indoor season, has been to be consistent and last year's PR of 11'. So far, 5 out of the 7 meets I have attended I have vaulted that or better. Looking forward to my Junior year of Outdoor season! 

Thank you for taking the time to read my introduction! As I would like to pursue a career in Elementary Education, I am going to continue to strive academically and raise that bar to new heights in the coming years!

Sincerely,

Eva Engel, Class of 2025