Indianapolis, Ind. – West Liberty University sprinter Hunter Patterson secured a spot in the NCAA Indoor Track & Field Championship final for the 60-meter dash on Thursday, earning All-American status in the process.

Patterson clocked an impressive 6.72 seconds to place second in his heat, advancing to Saturday's championship race. By qualifying for the final, he is guaranteed All-American recognition.

The 60m championship final is set for Saturday at 2:55 p.m. at the Fall Creek Pavilion in Indianapolis.