Hokie ClubTOLUCA, Mexico - Rising junior Kristi Castlin placed second for the United States in the 100-meter hurdles at the North American, Central American and Caribbean [NACAC] under-23 Championships on Sunday at the Alberto "Chivo" Cordova Stadium in Toluca, Mexico.
Castlin sprinted a 13.21 to earn a runner-up finish in the six-athlete field made up of runners from around the continent. 2008 NCAA 100-meter hurdle champion Tiffany Ofili won the race with a time of 12.82.
Sunday's performance continues Castlin's pattern of strong showings in international competitions. The Douglasville, Ga. native won the gold medal in the 100-meter hurdles at the 2007 Pan American Junior Championships. Castlin will be looking for her third-consecutive ACC 100-meter hurdle title in 2009.
100-meter hurdles results
1. Tiffany Ofili, U.S.A, 12.82
2. Kristi Castlin, U.S.A, 13.21
3. Latoya Greaves, Jamaica, 13.51
4. Jeimmy S. Bernardez, Honduras, 13.83
5. Carla Rodriguez, Mexico, 14.13
6. Diana Morette, Mexico, 14.28