Back in high school I was a state almost-champion in high jump a few times. The technique doesn’t leave much room for error once the bar is taller than the jumper. Sure was a lot of fun though.
As compared to Fosbury flop, the older "straddle technique" must have been much easier on the body, or not?
Having "high jumper's genes", I nearly crossed 1.90 m in high school by simply mimicking the Fosbury style as seen on TV -- or, rather, simply by using brute force. I do, however, still remember that this jumping session caused serious back pain afterwards. I was also completely exhausted. An interesting experience, turns out you do use a surprising, immense amount of explosive power while jumping. In particular when you don't know how to jump properly. :)
My best was 1.98m, and I am of about 1.93m height.