Cole, McHugh Pace Field at 52nd Women’s Senior Amateur Championship
Nancy Cole of Alpine CC
BRIDGEWATER, N.J. – Nancy Cole and Donna McHugh lead the 52nd Women’s Senior Amateur following the first round of action at Raritan Valley Country Club. Despite an hour and a half weather delay, the pair shot a nine-over par 81.
McHugh’s round was highlighted by an eagle on No. 13, a par-4 that played 337 yards. Overall, her scorecard was balanced, carding a 41 on the front nine and a 40 on the back nine.
Cole, of Alpine Country Club collected seven pars and a birdie on No. 9. She also leads the way in the Super-Senior Division.
“My drives were working today,” said Cole following her round. “Staying in the fairway helped a lot. The course played great, I thought the course would be soggy after the rain, but it wasn’t a problem.”
Cole also credited her fellow competitors in her group to her success on Tuesday.
In the net division, Gina Louie carded a one-under 71, finishing three strokes ahead of Kathy Bartsche of Eagle Ridge Golf Club.
The conclusion of the 36-hole event will begin on Wednesday, September 29 at 8 a.m.
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