Tad Lane

Tad Lane is an accomplished track and field coach at Louisiana State University, known for his expertise in pole vaulting. He gained recognition for training elite athletes, including Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis, who has repeatedly broken world records in pole vaulting. Lane's coaching philosophy emphasizes self-awareness and understanding of the sport, having initially met Duplantis while coaching his brother Andreas. He has played a significant role in shaping the careers of several athletes, contributing to their successes on both national and international stages.