Chloe Timberg, a Doylestown native and Central Bucks West graduate, has etched her name in history by becoming the first woman in Rutgers University’s history to win an NCAA track and field championship, and the first athlete overall to earn the title in 41 years, writes Devin Jackson for The Philadelphia Inquirer.  

In addition to this historic milestone for Rutgers, she is also the first Timberg to achieve this milestone by securing the pole vault title at the NCAA outdoor championships in Eugene, Oregon, with a record-breaking jump of 15-5½. 

Timberg’s journey to this achievement has been marked by relentless dedication and perseverance. Despite a podium finish at the NCAA indoor championships in March, where she placed third with a 14-foot, 7¼-inch jump, she felt a mix of frustration and determination to surpass the 15-foot mark.  

Guided by her coach, Carl Porambo, Timberg focused on daily improvements and adjustments, which ultimately led to her historic win. 

Timberg’s success at the NCAA championships follows a series of impressive performances, including her first 15-foot clearance at the Penn Relays in April, where she won with a jump of 15-1, qualifying for the U.S. Olympic trials. 

Looking ahead, Timberg will compete in the U.S. women’s pole vault Olympic trials at Hayward Field in Eugene on June 28 and 30.  

Read more about Chloe Timberg’s track and field success in The Philadelphia Inquirer.

Women’s pole vault final – 2024 NCAA outdoor track and field championships