Vashti Cunningham, an American high jumper, has a personal best outdoor jump of 2.02 m (6 ft 7+1⁄2 in) in Chula Vista in 2021. Her indoor personal best stands at 2.00 m (6 ft 6+1⁄2 in), set in Fayetteville in 2021.
Born on January 18, 1998, in Las Vegas, Nevada, Cunningham is the daughter of former NFL quarterback Randall Cunningham. She began making waves in the track and field at a young age, setting a new national high school record in 2015 with a jump of 1.94 m (6 ft 4+1⁄4 in) at the Mt. SAC Relays. Cunningham turned professional in 2016, signing with Nike at 18.
Her career highlights include gold at the 2016 IAAF World Indoor Championships and bronze at the 2019 World Championships in Athletics. As of 2024, she has won 13 U.S. high jump titles.
Vashti Cunningham Height
Vashti Cunningham stands at a height of 186 cm (6 ft 1 in). Cunningham's personal best in the high jump outdoor event is an impressive 2.02 m (6 ft 7+1⁄2 in), achieved in Chula Vista in 2021. Her best for indoor competitions is 2.00 m (6 ft 6+1⁄2 in), set in Fayetteville in 2021.
Vashti Cunningham Other Physical Attributes
| Attribute | Measurement |
| Weight | 55 kg (121 lb) |
| Age | 26 years (as of 2024) |
| Nationality | American |
Vashti Cunningham Age
Born on January 18, 1998, Vashti Cunningham is 26 years old as of 2024.
Vashti Cunningham Weight
Cunningham weighs 55 kg (121 lb).
Vashti Cunningham’s Achievements
Gold medal at the 2016 IAAF World Indoor Championships in Portland, Oregon.
Silver medal at the 2018 IAAF World Indoor Championships in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Bronze medal at the 2019 World Championships in Athletics in Doha, Qatar.
| Year | Competition | Location | Position | Height Cleared |
| 2016 | Olympic Games | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | 13th | 1.88 m |
| 2017 | World Championships | London, United Kingdom | 10th | 1.92 m |
| 2021 | Olympic Games | Tokyo, Japan | 6th | 1.96 m |
How high can Vashti Cunningham jump?
Vashti Cunningham’s highest recorded outdoor jump is 2.02 m (6 ft 7+1⁄2 in), achieved in Chula Vista in 2021. For indoor competitions, Cunningham's personal best is at 2.00 m (6 ft 6+1⁄2 in), set in Fayetteville in 2021.
At the 2019 World Championships in Athletics in Doha, Qatar, she cleared 2.00 m (6 ft 6+1⁄2 in) to win the bronze medal. Her performances in U.S. national championships have been equally impressive, with titles won at heights typically ranging from 1.91 m to 2.00 m (6 ft 3 in to 6 ft 6+1⁄2 in).
From her high school record of 1.94 m (6 ft 4+1⁄4 in) in 2015 to her current personal best of 2.02 m (6 ft 7+1⁄2 in), she has consistently pushed her limits higher.
FAQ's On Vashti Cunningham High Jump
A. Vashti Cunningham has an athletic build with a weight of 55 kg (121 lb).
A. Randall Cunningham, a former NFL quarterback, and Cunningham’s father coaches her.
