Providence Day alum places third in U.S. Nationals event, heading to World Championships

CHARLOTTE — A local track athlete will represent Team USA at the World Championships in Budapest next month.

Anna Cockrell, a graduate of Providence Day, earned her spot on the team in this weekend’s U.S. Nationals in Oregon.

Cockrell had her family right by her side as she earned a top-three spot in the 400-meter hurdles. Her dad, Kieth Cockrell, told Channel 9 his daughter will start training for the next weeks in Texas.

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“She’ll work on hurdles 5 to 7 and ensure that she can bring it home -- as a team I know they will be looking to bring home all 3 medals,” he said.

Two other Charlotte area athletes, Gabby Thomas and Cravont Charleston, will also represent Team USA in their respective events. Both athletes went to Mallard Creek High School.

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