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In this week's Milesplit Mississippi Senior Sendoff, we turn our attention to Jack Gibson, a talented Pole Vault specialist from Corinth High School. Gibson is set to embark on his academic and athletic journey at Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi.
Throughout his remarkable 2023 Track and Field campaign, Gibson showcased his exceptional skills in the Pole Vault. Winning six out of eight competitions and consistently finishing in the top three, he proved to be a formidable athlete in his discipline. His impressive performance continued into the post-season, where he remained undefeated and ultimately secured the MHSAA 4A title in the Pole Vault, a remarkable achievement following his second-place finish last year.
At Millsaps College, Gibson will pursue a major in Mechanical Engineering. Mechanical Engineering is a field that focuses on the design, analysis, and manufacturing of mechanical systems, including machinery, engines, and energy systems. This major equips students with a strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and engineering principles, preparing them for a variety of career paths. Graduates often find opportunities in industries such as automotive, aerospace, energy, robotics, and more.
With a current lifetime best of 13-1 in the Pole Vault, Gibson's skills and determination are sure to propel him to new heights at Millsaps College. As he embarks on his collegiate journey, we expect him to further hone his abilities and achieve even greater success with the Majors.
Congratulations to Jack Gibson on his outstanding high school career, and best of luck as he pursues his studies in Mechanical Engineering while representing Millsaps College in Pole Vault.
The future looks bright for this talented athlete, and we eagerly await his continued achievements on and off the field.
**Interview Below**
Q: Explain your 'track and field journey'... (How did you get into running, how did your senior season go, and how did you get connected with the college that you are going to?)
A: One day at practice my 8th grade year my track coach asked who wanted to pole vault and without knowing what it was, I raised my hand. I ended up working my tail off that following winter and continued to get where I am now! My senior season went amazing! I finally felt like all my worked paid off when I won state! On top of that, Coach Broussard(Assistant Coach from Millsaps) contacted me half way through the season and let me know that Coach Prather(Head Coach) was interested in me!
Q: What is your most memorable meet/race and why?
A: The state meet my sophomore year! The atmosphere was just absolutely insane! I had all the whole Corinth tent cheering me on and it was an unforgettable moment!
Q: Out of all your high school achievements, which one means the most to you and why?
A: My State Championship because I worked 4 years for it and finally won my senior year
Q: If you could go back and do it all over again, what would you change, if anything?
A: I would work ten times harder and push my limits more!
Q: Who is somebody that you look up to/someone that helped you along your journey to get you where you are today?
A: My parents or Jason Vogt
Q: What will you miss the most?
A: The atmosphere of a track meet
Q: What piece of advice would you give to the younger athletes that are just getting started on their journey?
A: Work as hard as you can no matter if you want to or not!
