WWU men's golf third at nationals after first day

One of just three teams to shoot below par on opening day, the Western Washington University men's golf team is third at the NCAA II National Championships which began Tuesday, May 15, in Louisville, Ky.

Making their first national appearance since 2008, the Vikings shot 1-under 287. Central Oklahoma leads the 20-team field at 9-under 279 with UNC Pembroke second at 3-under 285. Tied for fourth at 1-over 289 are Chico State and Georgia College.