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Melvin finished in 2:06.61 to notch an automatic qualifier bid and move on to Saturday’s quarterfinal round, where she will vie for a bid at the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships.
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Bradley Jelmert was among the final 12 pole vaulters standing at the end of the day, clearing 5.40m (17-8.5), while Aimar Palma Simo finished 10th in the men’s hammer throw with a toss of 68.60m (225-1)
Camryn Newton-Smith also earned a bid to the NCAA Outdoor Championships in the heptathlon.
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The Red Wolves have now won a combined 26 conference titles under the guidance of Director of Track and Field/Cross Country Dr. Jim Patchell.
Arkansas State track and field teams climbed atop the team leaderboards through two days of competition.