07 Dec 20 By Thevaultermag No Comments World Athlete has named Lafayette native Mondo Duplantis “World Athlete of the Year”.Duplantis, a world-class pole vaulter from Lafayette and former LSU athlete, beat out five other finalists for the title of Male Athlete of the Year. It seems like Mondo sets a new World Record ever two weeks, so the title of “World Athlete of the Year” is one that is well deserved to say the least. READ MORE Share: Previous Thomas Bach Running Unopposed for Re-election as International Olympic Committee President Next Bison Women Defeat UND at Dakota Duals to Open 2021 Season