The first round on Monday of the Pat Hicks Invitational went well for the Puttin’ Utes as they ended the day tied for sixth.
Utah finished the day at two strokes over par, 12 strokes behind the leaders from the University of Louisiana at Monroe. However, the second place spot is three strokes away.
“We knocked off some rust today,” said head coach Randall McCracken.
This is the first tournament for Utah since last fall and will serve as a chance to fine-tune their game as they head into the spring season.
Junior Chance Cota led Utah with a 2-under-par 70.
Senior Steve Broker finished day one 1-under-par with a 71, and senior Chris Gresh posted a 73. Senior Nic Larson finished with a 76, and senior Dustin Pimm finished with a 78.
In the individual competition, freshman Derek Adams posted an 80, while freshman Chase Hite finished 10 strokes behind the leader with a 75.
Utah will finish the St. George-based tournament today.