LEWISBURG, PA. – The SUNY Oswego men's golf team opened play at The Gauntlet, hosted by Bucknell Golf Club, with a steady showing in round one. The Lakers were led by Sam Ligas, who fired a 72 to pace the squad.

BASICS
Round 1
The Gauntlet (Bucknell)
Bucknell Golf Club
9th of 15 teams (+20)

HOW IT HAPPENED
Ligas' round was highlighted by consistency across both nines, carding a 36 on the front and matching it with a 36 on the back, finishing the day just two shots over par and in strong position heading into round two.

Jack Shaw provided another quality score for the Lakers, turning in a 74 (+4). Shaw bounced back after a +3 front nine with a composed +1 back nine to keep Oswego competitive in the standings.

Close behind was Tyce Helmick, who posted a 75 (+5). Helmick's round included stretches of clean play that will give him momentum to build upon as the tournament continues.

Justin Alvord rounded out Oswego's scoring four with a 79 (+9). After a tough stretch on the front nine, Alvord regrouped and found rhythm on the back, playing it just +3.

Evan McDonald fought through a challenging day, finishing with an 87 (+17), but his effort added a birdie on the par 5 9^th.

With solid performances from Ligas, Shaw, and Helmick, Oswego sits in a competitive spot after the first round of play. The Lakers will look to climb the leaderboard in round two tomorrow at Bucknell Golf Club.

WHAT'S NEXT
The Lakers will tee off tomorrow for the second day of the Bucknell Gauntlet starting at 9:00 AM.