Three golfers shot under par Monday to lead the Western Kentucky men’s golf team to a strong opening at the Seminole Intercollegiate in Tallahassee, Fla.
All five golfers competing for the Hilltoppers shot 74 or better in the first round at the par-72, 7,172-yard Southwood Golf Club. Redshirt sophomore Billy Tom Sargent paved the way with a 2-under 70, tying him for 20th individually.
Redshirt freshman Linus Lo and true freshman Kyle Jeffers both shot 1-under 70s and are tied for 30th. The 71 tied Jeffers’ lowest round of his career.
Sophomore Blake Smith and freshman Tom Bevington both shot 2-over 74s and are tied for 58th individually.