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Jan Johnson

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Birth dateOct 11, 1950
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Jan Johnson is a United States jumper, born on October 11, 1950. He competes primarily in the PV.

His personal bests include 5.50 in the PV. He has earned 1 bronze medal in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United States.

Key facts
Pole Vault
5.50
#857 all-time
1974 season best
5.08
Jun 1, 1974 · Wichita, KS (USA)
1974 season best
Medals
Olympic Games: 1 bronze
Age
75 years old

As of Sep 18, 2026: Pole Vault 5.50 (#857 all-time), 1974 season best 5.08 (Jun 1, 1974, Wichita, KS (USA)) · Olympic Games: 1 bronze · 75 years old

PB

Personal bests

5.50
#857 all-time
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Medals

🥇🥈🥉Total
Olympic Games--11

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
1974
PV
5.08-Jun 1, 1974
↑
Wichita, KS (USA)
1973
PV
5.03-Jan 27, 1973
↑
Oklahoma City, OK (USA) (i)
1972
PV
5.50-Jul 2, 1972
↑
Eugene, OR (USA)

1974

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
PV
5.08-Jun 1Wichita, KS

1973

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
PV
5.03-Jan 27Oklahoma City, OK (i)

1972

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
PV
5.35-Sep 2The XX Olympic Games, Olympiastadion, München
PV
5.10-Sep 1The XX Olympic Games, Olympiastadion, München
PV
5.50-Jul 2Eugene US Olympic Trials, Eugene, OR

Honours

🥉

The XX Olympic Games

Pole Vault

1972
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Jan Johnson's Pole Vault personal best?

Jan Johnson's Pole Vault personal best is 5.50, set on Jul 2, 1972 in Eugene, OR (USA), #857 on the all-time list.

Which events does Jan Johnson compete in?

Jan Johnson competes in the Pole Vault.

How did Jan Johnson perform in 1974?

1974 season best: 5.08, set on Jun 1, 1974 in Wichita, KS (USA).

How many medals has Jan Johnson won?

Jan Johnson has won 1 Olympic Games medal.