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Neelly, McMiller Qualify For U.S. Junior Nationals Saturday

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OXFORD, Miss. – University of Memphis freshmen and both set qualifying marks for the 2017 United States Junior Nationals at Saturday's Ole Miss Classic. The U.S. Junior Nationals are scheduled for June 22-25 in Sacramento, Calif.

Neelly's fourth-place throw of 170-6.25 (51.97m) in the men's discus earned him a spot in the event at the U.S. Junior Nationals. Earlier this outdoor season, Neelly secured a spot in the shot put for the junior national championships.

McMiller earned her U.S. Junior Nationals spot in the women's shot put with a toss of 50-7.25 (15.42m) Saturday. She placed fourth in the shot put at the Ole Miss Classic.