Eastern Kentucky University's women's golf team surged from a tie for third to first place after delivering a standout second round at the Colonel Classic. The team improved by five strokes with a second round score of 301, culminating in a day one total of 615. They hold a narrow lead over Youngstown State, which finished just one stroke behind at 616. Claira Ramsey Eden was pivotal with a second-round score of 72, bringing her to second place overall.

By the Numbers
  • EKU shot 314 in the first round and 301 in the second round.
  • Claira Ramsey Eden recorded a 36-hole total of 149, placing her second overall.
  • Karra Tucker is tied for third with a score of 152 from rounds of 76 each.
State of Play
  • EKU leads the tournament after day one, ahead of nine other teams.
  • Butler sits in third place with a total of 620, and Marshall follows in fourth at 630.
What's Next

The final round of the Colonel Classic commences at 9 a.m. on Tuesday. EKU will aim to maintain their lead and secure the championship against strong competitors.

Bottom Line

Eastern Kentucky University is in excellent position to win the Colonel Classic, leveraging a strong second round and individual performances. Maintaining consistency will be key in the final round as they look to extend their lead.