Summer National Championships
Back by popular demand!! The Summer National Championships will be held by Mac Vault Academy this
July 28-29, 2023. We are excited to be the host for the top vaulters of all ages, all across the country. Last year we had stellar tailwinds, amazing competitions, short runway lines, and a live stream curtousy of Mile Split TX. Join us this year for another awesome event featuring the best of the best nationwide.
If you have any questions that haven't been answered below, please reach out to Brittany via email at macvault1234@gmail.com
Summer National Championships Meet Info
Results will be tallied from all participating Regional qualifiers on July 9th. Announcements will be made on July 10th for who qualified. An email will be sent out personally inviting you to the meet if you qualified. You will be given registration information from there.
Age Divisions: 10 and under, 11-12, 13-14, 15-16, and 17-18. (Age cut off is the athletes age as of July 28th, 2023).
Tentative schedule:
July 28th Divisions: Masters, 10 and under, 11-12, and 13-14
July 29th Divisions: 15-16, 17-18, Open Men & Women
Address: Our facility is located right off Highway 6 at: 24286 State Highway 6 South, Navasota TX 77868
Contact: If you have questions, please contact me via email at macvault1234@gmail.com or via phone at (979) 324-4936. Texts get a quicker response.
Regional Qualifier Requirements
There will be regional qualifiers held all over the country. Simply compete at a regional qualifier and your marks will be submitted for review for the Summer National Championships. You can apply for automatic qualification by emailing your age and results information to macvault1234@gmail.com. We will be taking the top 35 athletes in each age division (with the exception of 10 and Under, 11-12, and Masters divisions) and inviting these athletes to join us.
Regional qualifiers must be held and results must be submitted by July 9th. If you are interested in hosting a regional qualifier, contact Brittany via email: macvault1234@gmail.com.
Regional Qualifier Requirements:
-At least 2 USATF officials present
-At least 25 total athletes competing
-Bar progression in either 0's and 6's or 3's and 9's (unless the competition has been won)
-Indoor or Outdoor marks are accepted
-Needs to be approved prior to competition and advertised so athletes can join
-Athletes can compete in multiple regional qualifiers and highest marks will be taken.
-In order to host a regional qualifier, you must agree to submit your results to me by July 9th by age division with a contact email address for each entry.
Regional Qualifiers 2023*Updated*
June 2nd-3rd: Austin, TX: Austin Pole Vault and Throws will be hosting a regional qualifier. Check out their website here.
June 3rd: Dickinson, TX: Bay Area Pole Vault will be hosting their Summer Sizzler that will count as a regional qualifier. Register here.
June 3rd: Belton, TX: The Belton Stadium Vault will be held at their high school stadium. If there is enough demand for additional runways, we will get raised runways to put in front of the bleachers. Teams/clubs will be able to set up tents on the turf, and all spectators will be in the stands. For more information and to register, click here.
June 10th: Atlanta, GA: Pole Vault Atlanta will be hosting their annual Southeast Pole Vault Championships. Registration will be found on Coach O. Questions? Contact: pv146@bellsouth.net
June 10th: Abilene, TX: Vault Zone will be hosting their annual Sunset Vault. Registration can be found here.
June 10th: New Braunsfels, TX: Lonestar Pole Vault will be hosting a regional qualifier.
June 10th: Ocean Springs, MS: Join Westbrook pole vault for their annual Beach Vault at the Yacht Club! More information here.
June 17th: Port Aransas, TX: The annual Port Aransas Beach Vault is always filled with vaulting fun! Register here.
June 24th: Navasota, TX: MAC Vault Academy will be hosting our own Regional Qualifier. Join us for a great meet on our outdoor setup, getting ready for the National Championships. Spots are limited. Register here.
June 24th: St. Louis, MO: Pole Vault STL will be hosting a regional qualifier.
July 1st: New Iberia, Louisiana: New Heights Gym will be hosting their annual Independence Day vault and use this as a great opportunity for the Louisiana area to qualify for the National Championships! Check out their website for more information.
July 8th: Princeton, TX: Texas Express Pole Vault will be hosting a regional qualifier.
Accomodations
Lodging:
Planning on staying the night in College Station? There are two hotel options that have created special deals for our athletes and coaches!
Best Western Plus College Station: Located 9.6 miles from MAC Vault, right off of Highway 6. This hotel offers free breakfast and a special nightly rate for athletes. Use the code "MACV" at checkout or click on the link here. You may also call them directly to book to make sure you're getting in the room block. Rooms must be booked by July 17th in order to ensure the discount.
La Quinta South College Station: Located 11.2 miles from MAC Vault, right off of Highway 6. All of these rooms are double beds. They also have free breakfast, wifi, pool, and they offer a special rate for our athletes. You can call the hotel directly to book under "MAC Vault Academy" or you can use the link here. Rooms must be booked by July 14th in order to ensure the discounted rate.
Food:
Mad Taco: MAD Taco is offering a profit share on July 29th. Not only is this a great place to get tacos in College Station, but MAC Vault Academy will receive a portion of the proceeds if you tell them you are with us!
Blue Baker: Blue Baker is a local bakery that offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. They are sponsoring our event and donating a $5 gift card to each athlete to come check them out! Don't forget to stop by one of their 3 locations in the BCS area!
Kolache Rolf's: Kolaches are a unique breakfast pastry that you won't find just anywhere. They can have meet or fruit fillings and Kolache Rolf's is the best! Check out your registration packet for a coupon for a free kolache!
Subway: For a quick and convenient sandwich, visit the Subway at Tower Point to support a local MAC Vault family!
Sponsors
Thank you to all of our sponsors for this event.
Blue Baker
MAD Taco
Kolache Rolf's