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Local rugby player makes Memphis history

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Javonii Merritt has made history as the first African American female rugby player in Memphis to earn a college scholarship.

It’s all thanks to a group that’s introducing the sport to many students who otherwise wouldn’t get a change to play it.

Shane Young with Memphis Inner City Rugby joined Javonii on Live at 9 to talk about the incredible experience.

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