GREENVILLE, S.C. – Freshman standout Noemie Boulbes led the Georgia State women's golf team on Day 1 of the Lady Paladin Invitational. Boulbes finished the day at a one under par 71. This score is enough to have her tied for eighth going into Saturday.
 
The Panthers had a strong performance overall shooting a 295. The team is 7-over par and in sixth place.

"Today was an awesome representation of the grit and determination this team has. Nobody is thrilled with the way they hit the ball, but they fought their way around the course and made a lot of par saves. What a great round from Noemie especially. The course played tough with fast greens and windy conditions. To be under par is a great accomplishment." head coach Jessica Steward said.
 
Ari Acuff and Kelly Strickland are also both among the top 30 after the first 18 holes. Acuff shot an opening round 73 while Strickland shot a 75.
 
Top 5 Teams
1. Old Dominion: E
2. North Florida: +1
3. Furman: +5
t4. Tulane: +6
t4. UNCW: -3
6. Georgia State: +7

Top 5 Individuals
1. Christin Eisenbeiss (North Florida): -4
t2. Carla Bernat (Tulane): -3
t2. Minami Kudo (Old Dominion): -3
t2. Lucia Gonzalez (Old Dominion): -3
t5. Anna Morgan (Furman): -2
t5. Leah Onosato (Old Dominion): -2
t5. Jessie Cai (North Florida): -2

Georgia State Day 1 Results
t8. Noemie Boulbes: -1 (71)
t20. Ari Acuff: +1 (73)
t27. Kelly Strickland: +3 (75)
t40. Mahina Leveau: +4 (76)
t71. Aubri Braecklein: +7 (79)
 
The Schedule: The tournament will continue tomorrow with 18 holes and tee times beginning at 9 a.m. ET.
 
How to Follow: Live scoring will be provided on GolfStat.com
 
Field: Host Furman, Augusta, Costal Carolina, Daytona State, Florida Atlantic, Florida Gulf Coast, Georgia State, James Madison, Memphis, Minnesota, North Florida, Old Dominion, Richmond, South Florida, Stetson, Tulane, UNCW, and Western Kentucky