Jumpin’ Joe and the Joe Dome

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Joe Johnston may be one of the greatest masters pole vaulters of all-time and this may be one of the greatest masters track stories of all-time. Where else are you going to be amazed, have a laugh and learn the secret to life?

To learn more about Masters Track and Field:

— USATF Masters

— MastersTrack.com

More about Joe Johnston:

Joe has held age world records in both the 60-64 and 65-69 age groups. His best vault over the age of 60 is a record leap of 12′ 1&1/2″ at Clermont, Fl. on Feb 18, 2006. Joe is also a world ranked hurdler and a national champion in the heptahlon; a combination of 7 events including hurdles, long jump, high jump, shot put, pole vault, 60 meter sprint, and 1000 meter run.

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