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Photo: Erik van Leeuwen—GFDL
Yoo-suk Kim
KORMenBirth dateJan 19, 1982
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Yoo-suk Kim is a South Korea jumper, born on January 19, 1982. He competes primarily in the PV.
His personal bests include 5.66 in the PV. He has earned 1 gold and 1 silver medals in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing South Korea.
Key facts
Age
44 years old
As of Sep 16, 2026: Pole Vault 5.66 (#387 all-time), 2014 season best 5.50 (May 8, 2014, Chula Vista, CA (USA)) · 44 years old
PB
Personal bests
Performance Charts
Season bests
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Trend | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | PV | 5.50 | - | May 8, 2014 | ↓ | Chula Vista, CA (USA) |
| 2013 | PV | 5.60 | - | Apr 20, 2013 | ↓ | Walnut, CA (USA) |
| 2012 | PV | 5.62 | - | Apr 28, 2012 | ↓ | San Diego, CA (USA) |
| 2011 | PV | 5.50 | - | May 12, 2011 | ↓ | Chula Vista, CA (USA) |
| 2010 | PV | 5.50 | - | Jan 26, 2010 | ↓ | Jonesboro, AR (USA) (i) |
| 2009 | PV | 5.55 | - | Aug 20, 2009 | ↓ | IAAF World Championships |
| 2008 | PV | 5.60 | - | Jul 30, 2008 | ↓ | Leverkusen (GER) |
| 2007 | PV | 5.66 | - | Sep 16, 2007 | ↓ | Livermore, CA (USA) |
| 2006 | PV | 5.63 | - | Jul 5, 2006 | ↓ | Van Nuys, CA (USA) |
| 2005 | PV | 5.61 | - | Feb 26, 2005 | ↓ | Seattle, WA (USA) (i) |
| 2004 | PV | 5.60 | - | Jun 12, 2004 | ↓ | Austin, TX (USA) |
| 2003 | PV | 5.55 | - | May 17, 2003 | ↓ | Los Angeles, CA (USA) |
| 2001 | PV | 5.30 | - | May 12, 2001 | ↓ | Eugene, OR (USA) |
| 2000 | PV | 5.00 | - | Feb 12, 2000 | ↓ | Carbondale, IL (USA) (i) |
2014
10 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PV | 5.15 | - | Jun 14 | Chula Vista USATF Imperial Ch., Chula Vista, CA |
PV | 5.30 | - | Jun 7 | Los Angeles Jim Bush Invitational, Los Angeles, CA |
PV | 5.30 | - | May 31 | Chula Vista HP/OTC Series, Chula Vista, CA |
PV | 5.38 | - | May 24 | Phoenix Sky Invitational Pole Vault Meeting, Phoenix, AZ |
PV | 5.20 | - | May 17 | Chula Vista HP/OTC Series, Chula Vista, CA |
PV | 5.35 | - | May 15 | Chula Vista HP/OTC Series, Chula Vista, CA |
PV | 5.50 | - | May 8 | Chula Vista OTC Pole Vault Invitational, Chula Vista, CA |
PV | 5.35 | - | Apr 24 | Chula Vista HP/OTC Series, Chula Vista, CA |
PV | 5.40 | - | Apr 12 | Los Angeles Rafer Johnson/Jackie Joyner-Kersee Invitational, Los Angeles, CA |
PV | 5.42 | - | Jan 24 | Jonesboro ASU Invitetional, Jonesboro, AR (i) |
2013
26 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PV | 5.23 | - | Sep 7 | Geislingen Stabhochsprungmeeting, Geislingen |
PV | 5.33 | - | Sep 4 | Aachen Domspringen, Aachen |
PV | 5.40 | - | Aug 29 | Leverkusen Stabhochsprung Classic, Leverkusen |
PV | 5.23 | - | Aug 26 | Linz Gugl Games, Linz |
PV | 5.21 | - | Aug 15 | Zweibrücken Himmelsstürmer-Cup, Zweibrücken |
PV | 5.20 | - | Jul 17 | Chula Vista OTC Pre-World, Chula Vista, CA |
PV | 5.45 | - | Jul 10 | Liège Meeting international de la province de Liége, Liège |
PV | 5.10 | - | Jul 2 | Meeting Stanislas Nancy, Stade Raymond Petit, Tomblaine |
PV | 5.30 | - | Jun 30 | Soest Stabhochsprung-Meeting, Soest |
PV | 5.20 | - | Jun 26 | Leverkusen Stabhochsprung-Wettkampf, Leverkusen |
PV | 5.20 | - | Jun 21 | Ingolstadt MTV Meet-IN, Ingolstadt |
PV | 5.20 | - | Jun 16 | Köln Rheinspringen, Köln |
PV | 5.20 | - | Jun 8 | Hengelo Fanny Blankers-Koen Games, FBK Stadium, Hengelo |
PV | 5.25 | - | Jun 4 | München Jump and Fly, München |
PV | 5.00 | - | Jun 1 | Innsbruck Int. Golden Roof Challenge, Innsbruck |
PV | 5.50 | - | May 23 | Chula Vista OTC Pre-World, Chula Vista, CA |
PV | 5.40 | - | May 19 | Sao Paulo GP Internacional CAIXA, São Paulo |
PV | 5.20 | - | May 16 | Uberlandia GP Caixa/Sesi de Atletismo, Uberlandia |
PV | 5.40 | - | May 12 | Belém Grande Premio Brasil Caixa de Atletismo, Mangueirão, Belém |
PV | 5.20 | - | Apr 27 | San Diego Triton Invitational, San Diego, CA |
PV | 5.60 | - | Apr 20 | Walnut Mt. SAC Relays, Walnut, CA - Invitational Events |
PV | 5.40 | - | Apr 13 | Claremont Pomona-Pitzer Invitational, Claremont, CA |
PV | 5.50 | - | Apr 6 | Los Angeles Rafer Johnson/Jackie Joyner-Kersee Invitational, Los Angeles, CA |
PV | 5.34 | - | Feb 17 | Fresno Run for the Dream, Fresno, CA (i) - Open Event |
PV | 5.35 | - | Feb 2 | New Balance Indoor Grand Prix, Reggie Lewis Center, Boston, MA (i) |
PV | 5.35 | - | Jan 19 | Reno Pole Vault Summit, Reno, NV (i) - Open Event |
2012
14 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PV | 5.21 | - | Sep 5 | Aachen Stabhochsprungmeeting, Aachen |
PV | 5.30 | - | Aug 31 | Eisenberg Flugnacht, Eisenberg |
PV | 5.41 | - | Aug 25 | Leverkusen Stabhochsprung Classics, Leverkusen |
PV | 5.21 | - | Aug 16 | Landau Stabhochsprung-Meeting, Landau |
PV | NM | - | Aug 3 | The XXX Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, London |
PV | 5.30 | - | Jul 15 | Haldensleben Sparkassen Meeting, Haldensleben |
PV | 5.20 | - | Jul 7 | Rottach-Egern Stabhochsprung-Meeting, Rottach-Egern |
PV | 5.30 | - | Jul 5 | Liège Meeting international de la province de Liége, Liège |
PV | 5.34 | - | Jun 27 | Forbach Masters de Perche, Forbach - Elite Event |
PV | 5.43 | - | Jun 22 | Ingolstadt MTV Meet-IN, Ingolstadt |
PV | 5.50 | - | Jun 6 | Korean Championships, Daegu |
PV | 5.35 | - | May 24 | Chula Vista OTC Pre-Olympic Series, Chula Vista, CA - Elite Event |
PV | 5.38 | - | May 17 | Chula Vista OTC Pre-Olympic Series, Chula Vista, CA |
PV | 5.60 | - | May 10 | Chula Vista OTC Pre-Olympic Series, Chula Vista, CA |
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Honours
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2010Guangzhou Asian Games
Pole Vault
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2008Korean Championships
Pole Vault
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is Yoo-suk Kim's Pole Vault personal best?
Yoo-suk Kim's Pole Vault personal best is 5.66, set on Sep 16, 2007 in Livermore, CA (USA), #387 on the all-time list.
Which events does Yoo-suk Kim compete in?
Yoo-suk Kim competes in the Pole Vault.
How did Yoo-suk Kim perform in 2014?
2014 season best: 5.50, set on May 8, 2014 in Chula Vista, CA (USA).