Full Results

KISSIMMEE, Fla. - Rhode Island had four golfers among the top 25 as the Rams found themselves in fourth place after the first round of the 2023 Atlantic 10 Men's Golf Championship Friday.

Redshirt senior Brandon Gillis shot a 1-under par to lead the URI contingent. He sank four birdies on the day and was tied for fifth place on the individual leaderboard, just three strokes off the overall leaders.

Junior Geronimo Narizzano continued his strong play, shooting 1-over par in a round that included three birdies. Seniors Bryson Richards (2-over) and Andrew DiPetrillo both shot 2-over par and freshman Aidan O'Donovan was 5-over for URI.

As a team, the Rams shot 292, putting them eight strokes behind Davidson. The Wildcats (284) lead the team standings, followed by VCU (288) and Loyola Chicago (289). George Washington (293) is one stroke behind Rhode Island to round out the top five.

Rhode Island will tee off at 7:30 a.m. for Round Two on Saturday. The Rams will be grouped with Dayton and George Washington for tomorrow's action.

Head Coach Gregg Burke Said...
"This isn't a group that is 'happy' we're in fourth place. We really let some shots get away from us and had a weak finish in a couple cases, but we are ready for the next two rounds.
 
"Brandon was outstanding tee to green. Geronimo continues to impress and is becoming the player we knew he could be. If you look at the last three tournaments, he clearly is our Number Three.
 
"Andrew and Aidan both had the chance to go low, but things didn't work out for them late in the round.
 
"I think Bryson raised his own expectations so much that it was going to be hard to live up to them but of anyone can do that it is him. He is one of the top two or three players in the league and I am sure he will prove that over the next couple rounds."

Team Standings (After Day One)
1. Davidson - 284
2. VCU - 288
3. Loyola Chicago - 289
4. Rhode Island - 292
5. George Washington - 293
6. Dayton - 294
t-7. Fordham - 297
t-7. George Mason - 297
t-7. Richmond - 297
10. St. Bonaventure - 303
11. La Salle - 307
12. Saint Joseph's - 309

Tournament Info

• Reunion Resort
• Nicklaus Course - Kissimmee, Fla.
• Par 72 (7,219 yards)
• Field: 12 teams, 60 golfers