Duke University's golf team started strong at the NCAA Division I Men's Golf Championship, finishing the first round at 2-under-par 286, placing them tied for fourth. Competing against 30 teams on the par-72 North Course, the Blue Devils trail leader UCLA, who carded an impressive 8-under. Duke's seniors Ethan Evans and William Love, along with junior Bryan Kim, led the team with solid under-par performances, contributing to Duke鈥檚 overall success.

By the Numbers
  • Duke recorded 20 birdies, the second-highest total among all teams.
  • They were the only team to finish under par on par-4 holes.
State of Play
  • Duke's early momentum included a team score of 5-under through the first five holes.
  • Despite struggles on the final holes, the team remains competitive for the second round.
What's Next

Duke will compete in the second round of the NCAA Championship on Saturday, teeing off alongside Louisville and UCLA at 12:45 p.m. PT. Continued strong performance will be essential to maintain their position near the top of the leaderboard.

Bottom Line

With a solid start and crucial birdies, the Blue Devils are in contention, yet must sustain their performance in upcoming rounds to challenge for the championship title.