Furman senior Walker Crosby is tied for fifth after the first round of the Mason Rudolph Championship, shooting a 69 (-2) and notching three birdies in a virtually flawless round.

By the Numbers
  • Crosby sits five strokes back of the leader Gordon Sargent (-7).
  • Vanderbilt leads the field with a 276 (-8) after the first round.
State of Play
  • Furman is in sixth place, ahead of Power 5 foes Alabama and Kentucky.
  • Vanderbilt holds a seven-stroke lead going into the second round.
What's Next

The 54-hole tournament continues Saturday with teams teeing off on No. 1 and No. 10 at 10:30 a.m. ET.

Bottom Line

Furman's Walker Crosby stands out at the Mason Rudolph Championship, showcasing a strong performance in the first round and keeping the team in a competitive position despite tough competition.