ROCHESTER, NY. – The SUNY Oswego men's golf team is off to a strong start at the Nazareth Fall Invitational, holding first place after the opening round at Locust Hill Country Club. The Lakers combined for a team score of +12 (296), putting themselves in prime position heading into the final day of competition.

BASICS
Round 1
Nazareth Fall Invite
Locust Hill Country Club
Lakers 1^st of 5 Temas (+12)
4. Jack Shaw  - 73 (+1)
5. Tyce Helmick – 74 (+2)
6. Sam Ligas – 75 (+3)
11. John O'Neill - 78 (+6)
20. Justin Alvord - 83 (+11)

Full Leader board

HOW IT HAPPENED

Jack Shaw led the way with a steady round of 73 (+1), carding three birdies and closing strong with an even-par back nine. Tyce Helmick was close behind, firing a 74 (+2), highlighted by four birdies on holes 2, 9, 16, and 18.

Sam Ligas posted a 75 (+3), grinding through the back nine with consistent pars to keep Oswego's team total low. John O'Neill finished with a 78 (+6), battling through a tough stretch in the middle of his round but finishing strong. Rounding out the lineup, Justin Alvord turned in an 83 (+11), with a birdie on 12.

With a four-stroke cushion over the field, the Lakers will look to carry their momentum into the final round as they aim for their second team victory of the fall season.

WHAT'S NEXT
The Lakers will tee off tomorrow for day 2 of the Nazareth State Invite starting at 9:30 AM.