Gambier, Ohio – The Mercyhurst men's golf team began its spring season at the Kenyon College Invitational Saturday in Gambier, Ohio. The Lakers are currently tied for third place after the first round. 

The Lakers top four golfers have recorded a total of 332 strokes, and are tied with the University of Northwestern Ohio for third place. The College of Wooster leads with 317 strokes, while Wilmington is 11 strokes behind the Fighting Scots in second place. 

Mercyhurst's varsity team was led by Matt Mahoney, who shot an 81, registering 40 strokes on the front nine and 41 on the back nine. Mahoney is tied for 10th place after the first round. Tyler Bidwell and Patrick Jackson are tied for 18th place, as each posted 83 strokes, while Derek Fisher shot an 85 and is tied for 30th place. Ben Deets fired an 87 and is tied for 36th place. 

The Lakers' individual competitors posted strong performances, as Garrett Kimple is tied for seventh place overall after shooting an 80 on the first day. Michael Sito's score of 83 has him tied for 18th place. Colin Farabaugh shot a 92, while Michael Wayner registered 99 strokes. 

Kyle Martin from Ohio Wesleyan leads the field with a one-over-par 73. Greg Benckart of Wooster and Walsh University's Sam Troyer are tied for second with 77 strokes. 

Day two of the invitational is scheduled for a 10 a.m. shotgun start on Sunday, March 29.