Miller, Lattin, Take Home Silver Medals WhileLondon, Hinton and Samuels Advance To Next Round
Amere Lattin had a little trouble in the 110mH yesterday when the field had a few false starts as well as pull ups. Staying mentally strong Lattin breezed through both rounds on day two landing himself a spot in today's finals. In the finals, he looked stronger than ever getting out well and maintaining his position over all the hurdles. He finished the race in 2nd behind fellow American Marcus Krah. Both athletes PR'd running 13.25 (Krah) and 13.30 (Lattin).
Aaliyah Miller - 800m
Aaliyah Miller like Lattin claimed silver as well in the 800m. She finished just behind Sammy Watson from New York running 2:05.06. She had been boxed in with 200m to got--- but made a HUGE move around the curve on the outside to get out of the crowd and kick for home. With a huge kick she moved from 4th or 5th in to 2nd in the last 100m.
Wil London - 400m
Baylor freshmen Wil London competed in the 400m prelims running a 47.23 to qualify 2nd in his heat and 17th overall. London competed again this afternoon (Day 3-afternoon session) and will be moving on to the finals after running 45.49. That's the 3rd fastest time out of all qualifiers.
Kaylee Hinton - Heptathlon
Alex Rogers - 300m Steeple
Rogers competed in the 3000m Steeplechase during the morning section of day 3. The rising University of Texas Sophmore placed 17th running 8:59.00.