Duke senior William Love is leading the way at the NCAA Men's Golf Championship, tied for first with a 7-under-par 65. The Blue Devils sit in fifth place in the team standings after the first round, with a collective score of 6-under 282. Love's performance marks a notable achievement, as he becomes only the third Duke player to record such a score at an NCAA Regional. The team trails Arkansas State by one stroke and is three shots behind third-place LSU, while tied for the lead are Arizona and Oklahoma State at 11-under-par 277.

By the Numbers
  • William Love recorded eight birdies and a score of 7-under-par 65.
  • Duke finished the round at 6-under-par 282, putting them in fifth place.
State of Play
  • Duke is making its 34th overall NCAA Regional appearance and 11th consecutive.
  • Five teams in the regional field are ranked in the top 30 nationally.
What's Next

The second round of the NCAA Marana Regional will commence on Tuesday, May 19, where Duke will aim to improve their standing. Live coverage will be available and the Blue Devils’ tee time is set for 7:30 a.m. MT.

Bottom Line

Duke is in a strong position heading into the next round, thanks to Love's outstanding performance. For the team to advance to the NCAA Championship, consistent play and strategic execution in the following rounds will be critical.