Sam Hurley isn’t just another NCAA athlete. He’s one of the most recognizable and compelling collegiate pole vaulters and high jumpers, largely thanks to his massive multimillion-strong social media following. With an NCAA résumé that already includes a USTFCCA All-American honor, Hurley has built a reputation as a rising contender with the potential to challenge the sport’s top names. His spotlight only intensified when he transferred from the University of Texas to Texas Tech University in August 2025. But not everyone supported the 22-year-old’s decision.

Hurley opened up about this new chapter in his career in a recent exclusive interview with EssentiallySports’ Andrew Whitelaw . Reflecting on the biggest moment of his athletic journey so far, Hurley said, “It was a big deal to tra

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