Sarah Gassman

Class:
Sophomore
Position:
Pole Vault
Height:
5-5
Hometown:
Westminster, Md.
Prev School:
Westminster High School

TFRRS Profile

2024 Outdoor Track & Field (Fr.)

Best pole vault clearance was 10-0 at the Hornet Open
CUSA Commissioner’s Academic Medal winner
CUSA Commissioner’s Honor Roll member

2023-24 Indoor Track & Field (Fr.)

Pole vaulted a season-best 11-8 at the Brant Tolsma Invitational
The Burg Open pole vault runner-up

Prep

Graduated from Westminster High School
Finished third in the pole vault at the Maryland 3A indoor and outdoor state meets as a senior
Pole vault runner-up at the Maryland 3A indoor and outdoor state championships as a junior
Set the school and county records for the indoor (12-6) and outdoor (12-9) pole vault

Personal

Daughter of Michael and Elizabeth Gassman
Mother played volleyball at Messiah
Birthday is Aug. 1
Physical education major

Student-Athlete Q&A
What made Liberty University the right place for you to attend college/compete at the collegiate level?
I wanted a college where I could grow in athletics, academics, and my faith. Everyone at Liberty was so nice and could push me to grow.

Is there anything special you do pregame or postgame and why?
I pray with my teammates and some people from other teams.

Who in your life inspires you and why are they such an inspiration?
My mother inspires me because I have 4 siblings and she does such a good job taking care of all of us, making sure we stay on top of our school, and helps us improve in our sports. On top of all that she is kind and fun to be around.

What is your most memorable athletic moment/accomplishment?
My most memorable athletic moment was when I became the 5th best pole vaulter in Maryland history and broke a 10 year meet record at the Gator invitational, with a height of 12'9.

Do you have any relatives who are playing or have played college or professional sports? (Names, relation to you, what/where they played)?
My mother played volleyball at Messiah University.

Favorite meal (breakfast/lunch/dinner) and what is that special meal?
My favorite meal is dinner, specifically tacos.

What is the first app you check on your phone each day?
I check the weather app.

What is your favorite hobby outside of athletics?
I love taking care of my horses.

Do you have any current pets (name and type of animal)?
I have four horses, Lori, Panda, Cornerstone, and Lumpy. I have a dog, a golden doodle named Katie.

Who was your favorite athlete growing up?
Simone Biles

What is your Go-To karaoke song?
Praise by Elevation Worship because I like to praise the Lord.

What is your dream vacation spot and why?
My dream vacation spot is Iceland because it looks so pretty and relaxing.