Anna Pittman finishes as state runner-up in pole vault at OHSAA meet

Anna Pittman of Waynedale secured the Division IV state runner-up position in pole vault at the OHSAA state track and field meet in Columbus on June 4. After successfully clearing heights of 11-4, 12-0, and 12-4—setting a new personal record—she faced Coldwater’s Ava Schmitmeyer at 12-8. Pittman was ultimately unable to clear 12-8, resulting in Schmitmeyer winning the title. Pittman expressed relief and excitement after achieving her season goal of clearing 12 feet for the first time. This achievement caps her senior season, during which she also excelled in other sports, contributing to her success as a pole vaulter.

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