Knight, Mejia Ebook Journeys To NCAA Championships

ATHENS, Ga. – University of North Carolina divers Sofia Knight and Ciro Mejia punched their ticket to the NCAA Championships after qualifying on the Zone B Championships this week. Knight certified in all three disciplines, whereas Mejia certified on platform.

Knight had an impressive meet led by a runner-up end on the platform. She scored a 636.20 within the occasion to finish her trio of {qualifications}. Earlier within the week, she completed ninth in each the 1-meter and 3-meter competitions to routinely qualify.

In the primary zone competitors of his profession, Mejia used a 754.95 to put fifth on the platform. He wanted to complete within the high seven to qualify and battled again with a 74.25 on his remaining dive to maneuver as much as fifth.

Next up, the ladies will head to the NCAA Championships in Atlanta, Ga. from March 18-21.

NCAA Zone B Championships

 
Women 1-Meter
9. Sofia Knight, 563.35
 
Men 1-Meter
17. Ciro Mejia, 619.55
18. Rodolfo Vazquez, 601.85
22. Chris Booler, 298.80
23. Carter Loftin, 296.75
 
Women 3-Meter
9. Sofia Knight, 624.20
 
Men 3-Meter
11. Chris Booler, 775.70
16. Rodolfo Vazquez, 721.30
19. Carter Loftin, 346.65
29. Conrad Eck, 312.80
 
Women Platform
2. Sofia Knight, 636.20
 
Men Platform
5. Ciro Mejia, 754.95
14. Carter Loftin, 688.35
 

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