Lebanon, PA – SUNY Oswego Men's Golf is atop the leader board after day 1 of the Empire 8 Spring Championships at Lebanon Country Club.

The Basics
First Round Results
Empire 8 Spring Championships
Lebanon Country Club
Lakers 1st of 8 Teams (+29)
1. Tyce Helmick – 76 (+4)
4. Kevin Waters – 78 (+6)
8. Sam Ligas – 80 (+8)
18. Gavin McCarthy – 83 (+11)
21. Jack Shaw – 84 (+12)
36. Justin Alvrod – 90 (+18)

How it Happened:
Leading the way for the Lakers was Tyce Helmick, who carded a 76 (+4) to pace Oswego. Helmick was steady throughout his round, posting a 39 on the front nine before settling in with a 37 on the back, highlighted by consistent par play and timely shot-making.
 
Kevin Waters followed closely with a 78 (+6), turning in one of the more balanced rounds of the day for Oswego. Waters matched Helmick's consistency on the back nine and stayed within striking distance of the team lead.
 
Sam Ligas came in with an 80 (+8), delivering a strong front nine that kept him in rhythm early.
 
Gavin McCarthy added an 83 (+11), while Jack Shaw rounded out the Lakers' counting scores with an 84 (+12).
 
Justin Alvord posted a 90 (+18) to complete the Oswego lineup.

What's Next 
The Lakers rest for the evening before Teeing off for the second and final round tomorrow morning in Lebanon, PA.