About
Tenly Kuhn
Tenly Kuhn is a junior at Baylor University, where she competes as a dedicated pole vaulter on the track and field team and is an active NIL athlete. A Division I Indoor Track and Field All-American, Tenly balances the academic rigor of her accounting major with her athletic pursuits, demonstrating a disciplined approach that has seen her excel both in the classroom and on the track. During the 2024 outdoor season, she set a personal record of 4.11 meters at the Big 12 Championship, secured fourth place at the Clyde Hart Classic, and consistently achieved top finishes across multiple meets. Her achievements in 2024 build on her 2023 performances, where she steadily progressed through a series of competitive meets and secured her first collegiate PR at the Razorback Invitational.
Born in Nevada and raised in California, Tenly’s journey to collegiate athletics took a unique turn after a reoccurring back injury in gymnastics led her to track and field. Encouraged by her family and coaches, she began sprinting in her junior year of high school. She quickly pivoted from sprinting to vaulting, leveraging her gymnastics background to progress in the sport swiftly. Her strong commitment to self-discipline and a positive mindset are hallmarks of her athletic journey. Tenly finds joy in pole vault’s physical and mental challenges, appreciating how the sport cultivates her focus, resilience, and strength.
Outside of her athletic commitments, Tenly enjoys a variety of hobbies, from snowboarding and beach outings in California to spending time with friends and her beloved cat, Sushi. Her Christian faith is a foundational part of her life, inspiring her to bring compassion and a light-hearted spirit to her busy schedule. Tenly credits her father as her biggest inspiration, appreciating his loving, genuine nature and striving to embody similar qualities in her own life.
In addition to her sports and academic commitments, Tenly is a member of Baylor’s Women in Business club and is dedicated to promoting time management skills, positivity, and meaningful relationships among aspiring athletes. With an unwavering focus on improvement, she is a role model for her peers, exemplifying the balance of excellence in sports, academics, and personal growth.
