Macy Kleve, a freshman on the Chadron State College women's golf team, finished the first round of the RMAC Women's Golf Championships tied for eighth place with a score of 1-over 73, highlighted by a 2-under performance on the back nine. The Eagles' team score of 17-over 305 puts them in a tie for sixth after the first round, six strokes behind fifth-place MSU Denver. The Eagles are comfortably ahead of eighth-place South Dakota Mines, with an 11-stroke advantage. CSU Pueblo leads the tournament at 1-under par, five strokes clear of Colorado Mesa. Kleve demonstrated strong skills on par 4 holes, scoring 1-under overall, and her performance sets her up as a key player for the team as they head into the second round.

By the Numbers
  • Macy Kleve is tied for eighth among 58 competitors with a score of 1-over 73.
  • The Eagles shot 17-over 305, tying for sixth place, six strokes behind MSU Denver.
State of Play
  • Round two will begin with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. to avoid high winds.
  • The Eagles are tied with Fort Lewis, with 11 strokes ahead of SD Mines, who are in eighth place.
What's Next

The Eagles will look to improve in the second round, leveraging Kleve's momentum and aiming to break into the top five. With wind conditions affecting play, strategic adjustments will be key for all competitors.

Bottom Line

Macy Kleve's strong debut in postseason play positions her as a significant contender, while the Eagles aim for a competitive second round to secure a better overall standing in the tournament.