Clasen has high hopes in high jump
Alec Clasen celebrated his 16th birthday last May 20 by placing fifth in the high jump at the 2010 Class 4A state track meet at Drake Stadium in Des Moines.
Clasen, just a sophomore at the time, cleared 6 feet, 4 inches to match his personal best. He's already topped that this year by going 6 feet, 6 inches at an indoor meet and is hoping to go even higher.
Xavier Coach Russ Camacho thinks Clasen could jump 6-8 or 6-9 during the outdoor campaign. "I don't think either one of those is going to be unrealistic for him," said Camacho.
"I think he's got legitimate potential to do extremely well at Drake (the Drake Relays) and state," said Camacho. "He's jumped against some of the top competition in the state already.
"I don't want to put a number on how high he can jump, but he'll be right up there. I feel he's got a chance to compete for that title this year."
Last Updated on Wednesday, 23 March 2011 12:39