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Dyson Wicker wins gold in pole vault at NCAA Outdoor Championship

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Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Dyson Wicker wins gold in pole vault at NCAA Outdoor Championship
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Dyson Wicker of Nebraska secured the national title in men's pole vault at the NCAA Outdoor Championships held in Eugene, achieving a new school record by clearing 5.85m (19-2 ¼). Wicker, who had previously tied for seventh at the NCAA West Regional, is only the third Husker in program history to win this event. In addition to Wicker's victory, Nebraska saw Keyshawn Strachan take silver in men's javelin with a throw of 80.65m (264-7) and Cade Moran win bronze in men’s shot put, registering a personal best of 20.21m (66-3 ¾). Nebraska continues competing on Thursday with various events scheduled.

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  • •Wicker broke the all-time conditions school record in pole vault.
  • •Nebraska sent 19 qualifiers to the NCAA Championships.
  • •Strachan secured silver in men's javelin by nearly 10 feet.
  • •Moran achieved a personal best in men's shot put for bronze.
  • •Additional events for Nebraska are set for Thursday.
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  • 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Nebraska athlete takes gold in pole vault at NCAA Outdoor Championship
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Nebraska concluded day one of the NCAA Outdoor National Championships. Dyson Wicker led the pack, claiming the national title in the men's pole vault.

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