Midwestern State's Nathan Nelson delivered an impressive performance at the Palm Valley Classic, playing a pivotal role in the team's standing. After two rounds, the Mustangs are tied for ninth at 10-under par, trailing Chico State, which leads the tournament at 25-under. Nelson鈥檚 highlight was a stellar 6-under round, marked by five consecutive birdies, positioning him just three strokes behind the individual leader. Marius Dosiere of Colorado State-Pueblo leads the pack, showcasing strong competition among 20 teams on a challenging course.

By the Numbers
  • Midwestern State is tied for ninth place at 10-under par after 36 holes.
  • Nathan Nelson recorded a second-round score of 6-under, bringing his total to 8-under for the tournament.
  • Chico State leads the tournament at 25-under, 15 strokes ahead of the Mustangs.
  • Nelson made a total of 12 birdies over two rounds, including eight in the second round.
State of Play
  • 16 out of 20 teams finished under par after the first two rounds.
  • Four Lone Star Conference programs are currently in the top 10, with Cameron in third at 15-under.
  • The Mustangs have the fifth-most birdies in the tournament, totaling 41.
  • Nathan Nelson is tied for second place in the individual standings, with Dosiere leading.
What's Next

The final round of the Palm Valley Classic is set for Tuesday morning, where Midwestern State will attempt to close the gap on the leaders. The Mustangs need to capitalize on their strong performance and improve their play on par 3s to enhance their standing.

Bottom Line

Nathan Nelson's strong performance underscores the team's potential, as Midwestern State looks to improve its standing in the final round. Sustaining momentum and addressing weaknesses on par 3s could be critical for advancing in the tournament.