Beth Coulter is just one shot off the early lead after the opening day of the NCAA Division 1 Women’s National Championship.
The Arizona State star carded a bogey-free three-under 69 at Omni La Costa Resort and Spa to share third place as she look to hunt down Stanford’s Megha Ganne and Oklahoma’s Ellie Bushnell.
Coulter, who celebrated a second call up for the Great Britain and Ireland Curtis Squad, birdied the 2nd, 10th and 16th holes.
“It was a solid start, but I still left some shots out there,” noted Coulter. “If I could’ve converted on a few more close birdie opportunities, it would have taken my round to another level. Regardless, I am pleased with a bogey-free round and playing well for my team. I enjoy playing this course and have learned a lot about it having played it the past two years. It was a little different with the early morning tee times, but the course was in great shape. Definitely challenging, a great test for a championship. I can’t wait to get back out there and compete for my team.”
“It was definitely on my mind to get off to a strong start with it being my last college tournament. I tried to lean on my experience and play with confidence. I credit Coach Missy and Coach Heisey for helping me with my mental approach heading into today’s round.”
The Kirkistown Castle star also leads the charge for her collegiate team who are bidding for a record ninth NCAA title.
Arizona State are one-over-par total and in a share of eleventh place. After three days, ASU must be in the Top-15 of the team standings in order to make the final day of stroke play (Monday). Should they find themselves in the Top-8 after Monday, the Sun Devils will earn a spot in the Match Play, which begins on Tuesday.
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