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Worrell lands scholarship

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Shadae Worrell’s promising track and field career has taken off and is set to land in the United States.

On the eve of her CARIFTA Games debut, the 17-year-old quarter-miler has secured a full athletic scholarship to Georgia State University.

The St Michael School and former Alexandra School student will leave the island in August to pursue a bachelor’s degree in environmental science.

During a telephone interview with NATION SPORT yesterday after the news was confirmed, Worrell said she is excited to start her new journey in the summer.

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Quarter-miler Shadae Worrell has secured a full athletic scholarship to Georgia State University. (FP)

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