ATLANTA – After 36 holes of golf the Panthers closed the day out at 7-over par and only six shots back of the lead. The team opened the day with a round one score of 299 and improved by fifteen strokes on the second nine to finish with a 583 overall. A strong team performance that will help build momentum heading into the final round.
Jake Kephart led the way for the Panthers and finished with a total of 1-under par on the day. After shooting a round one 76, Kephart ended the second round with a career best 67. Kephart finished the second round with seven birdies and only two bogies.
Jordan Jung was another key member of today's performance as his total of 1-over par is good enough to place him in the top 15. A round one score of 73 and round two score of 72 will set Jung up well to climb the leaderboard.
"Pleased with having the lowest second round score that allowed us to get back in a position to win the event. Ultimately, the mistakes on the greens have really cost us, but hopefully we can clean that up for 18 holes tomorrow. Keep giving ourselves looks for birdie will be the key." head coach
Chad Wilson said.
The Panthers sit only a few strokes back of the lead and will look to move to the top of the field tomorrow with tee times beginning at 8am.
Course: Berkeley Hills Country Club, Par 72, 6,706 Yards
Teeing It Up: 16 teams plus individuals will compete in the 54-hole event
Tuesday Start: The field will compete Tuesday with 18 holes. Players will begin with tee times off Holes Nos. 1 & 10.
Who to Watch: Junior
Jake Kephart is tied for 8
th after completing two rounds of play. He is coming off his career lowest score and should be in a prime spot to continue climbing.
How to Follow: Live scoring will be provided via GolfStat.com while updates are posted on Twitter at @GaStateGolf or visit Berkeley Hills Golf Club in person.
Lineup: (1 to 5): Hunter Smith, Connor MacMillan, David Li, Jordan Jung and Jacob Kephart. Andrew Garger, Liam Shinn and Mason Dean will all compete as individuals.
Field: Host Georgia State, Appalachian State, Austin Peay, Central Michigan, Florida A&M, Jacksonville State, James Madison, Lipscomb, Marshall, Nicholls State, North Alabama, Old Dominion, Southern Illinois, Tennessee Tech, Valdosta State, and Wright State
Next Up: Bank of Tennessee Intercollegiate; Oct. 9-11; Blackthorn Club at the Ridges; Jonesborough, Tenn.
