June 7, 2007

Sacramento, Calif. - Two-time Memphis track and field All-American Gail Lee advanced to through the first round of qualifying at the NCAA Championships Thursday, placing eighth with a throw of 53-03.

Lee, who has earned two All-American honors at the NCAA Indoor Championships, is seeking her first national outdoor award in the final meet of her collegiate career.

"Gail looked really good today," said Memphis head coach Kevin Robinson. "She went out and did what she needed to do to reach the finals. Hopefully, we can get in there Saturday and have another good performance."

Saturday's semifinal round is scheduled for noon (CST) and will feature the top 12 competitors from Thursday's opening round. The top nine athletes from the semifinals will then advance to the final round to follow immediately.