Emily Odwin is tied for fifth place after the first round of the Briars Creek Invitational, contributing significantly to her team’s effort despite the Mustangs being in 11th place overall. The tournament’s format was adjusted to two rounds of 18 holes due to weather, with the Mustangs finishing at eight over par. Boston College is the current leader at 13 under par. Odwin shot a stellar three-under 69, including six birdies, demonstrating her strong performance this season with a scoring average of 72.30.

By the Numbers
  • Odwin shot a three-under par 69, marking her 12th round of par or better this season.
  • SMU is positioned 11th, shooting eight over par, while Boston College leads at 13 under.
State of Play
  • The tournament includes 15 teams, with six ranked teams, elevating competitive stakes.
  • Other SMU performances include Celine Chen at two-over 74 and Mackenzie Lee at 75, impacting the team's overall standing.
What's Next

The second and final round will take place on Tuesday at the Golf Club at Briars Creek, where Odwin aims to maintain her top position, and the team seeks to climb the standings.

Bottom Line

Odwin's impressive play is critical, as her performance helps position SMU for a potential comeback in the tournament, highlighting her leadership and skill within the team.